What is the LIHEAP income limit in Wyoming?

Wyoming's LIHEAP heating-assistance income standard is 60% of state median income (LIHEAP Clearinghouse, FY2026 state plans, as of December 15, 2025). For a family of 4 that is $68,902/year (ACF Office of Community Services, WY State Median Income for FFY 2026 (60 percent of estimated state median income), hosted by the LIHEAP Clearinghouse, FFY 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026)).

How much does LIHEAP pay in Wyoming?

Wyoming sets benefit amounts in its LIHEAP state plan; they depend on income, household size, energy costs, and fuel type, and change with each year's funding. Wyoming DFS publishes the current benefit matrix. Payments usually go directly to your utility or fuel vendor.

How do I apply for LIHEAP in Wyoming?

Apply through Wyoming DFS. Apply at your local DFS office. Visit https://dfs.wyo.gov/assistance-programs/energy-assistance/liheap/ or call 1-307-777-5846.

Do I Qualify for Energy Assistance in Wyoming?

LIHEAP FFY 2026: income limit and how to apply

Wyoming LIHEAP helps families pay heating and cooling bills. The heating-assistance income standard is 60% of state median income. For a family of 4, that is $68,902/year ($5,742/month) under the ACF FFY 2026 table.

Standard: LIHEAP Clearinghouse (HHS/ACF-funded), LIHEAP Income Eligibility for States and Territories, FY 2026, compiled from FY 2026 state plans, as of December 15, 2025. Dollar limit: ACF Office of Community Services, WY State Median Income for FFY 2026 (60 percent of estimated state median income), hosted by the LIHEAP Clearinghouse, table dated December 5, 2025, in force for FFY 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026).

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Income standard

60% SMI

Family of 4 limit

$68,902/yr

Crisis standard

60% SMI

Paid to

Utility co.

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Wyoming LIHEAP Income Limits, FFY 2026

60% of state median income, by household size. The ACF table lists households of 1 to 6; for each person above 6, the state adds 3 percentage points to the 6-person share (45 CFR 96.85).

Household size	Annual limit	Monthly limit
1 person	$35,829	$2,986
2 people	$46,853	$3,904
3 people	$57,877	$4,823
4 people	$68,902	$5,742
5 people	$79,926	$6,661
6 people	$90,950	$7,579

Source: ACF Office of Community Services, WY State Median Income for FFY 2026 (60 percent of estimated state median income), hosted by the LIHEAP Clearinghouse, table dated December 5, 2025, in force for FFY 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026). Contact Wyoming DFS to confirm current thresholds.

Other Wyoming LIHEAP components (FY 2026 state plan)

Crisis: 60% of state median income
Weatherization: 60% of state median income

Source: LIHEAP Clearinghouse, FY 2026 income eligibility table, as of December 15, 2025.

How to Apply for LIHEAP in Wyoming

Apply at your local DFS office.

Benefit amounts are set in Wyoming's state plan each year and depend on income, household size, fuel type, and funding. Wyoming DFS publishes the current benefit matrix; we do not estimate it.

Apply at Wyoming DFS → Call 1-307-777-5846