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Wisconsin WIC Income Eligibility

WIC income eligibility is based on 185% of US Department of Health and Human Services poverty guidelines.

• The WIC Program uses the same gross income criteria as free and reduced-price school lunches.   
• Many working families qualify.  
• Individuals who participate in other programs such as those listed below may automatically be income eligible. WIC staff will determine income eligibility during your appointment.
  • FoodShare
  • Medicaid 
  • BadgerCare Plus
  • Wisconsin Works Program (W-2)
  • Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
  • Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations

For specific income levels by family size, consult the WIC income eligibility table. 

• July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011 (PDF, 12 KB) 

• July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 (PDF, 15 KB) 

For more information about income eligibility, contact a local WIC Office.

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Revised:  June 14, 2011