The 2026–2027 LIHEAP income guidelines are now available. See if your household may qualify.
The 2026 – 2027 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has been established to help qualifying low-income Iowa homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. The assistance is based on household income, household size, type of fuel, and type of housing.
If you are not sure where to apply you can Dial 2-1-1, visit https://hhs.iowa.gov/programs/programs-and-services/liheap to locate and contact your local community action agency, or write to: LIHEAP, Iowa Department of Health & Human Services, Capitol Complex, Des Moines, IA 50319.
WHEN TO APPLY: Elderly (60 & over) and/or disabled: Oct. 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027. All other households: Nov. 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027
WHAT TO TAKE:
- Proof of Income (for all household members age 18 and over) Depending upon your household income type, income documentation from the past 30 days, the last 12 months, or last calendar year, whichever is easier or more beneficial for you.
– Proof of Social Security Numbers for all household members (doc required)
– Most recent heat bill
– Most recent electric bill
WAGE EARNERS: Please bring copies of your check stubs for the 30-day period preceding the date of application, or a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
FIXED INCOME: This income may include Social Security Benefits, Supplemental Security Income, Veteran’s Assistance, and pensions. Please provide copies of your check stubs from the previous 30 days.
SELF-EMPLOYED/FARMERS: Please provide a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
Note – Additional countable income and/or income verification not listed above may be required for eligibility determination.
