If you get benefits from the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program, SNAP, TFA, SSI, State Supplement, or Refugee Cash, then you likely meet the income requirements to qualify for water assistance.
Applicants will apply for benefits at their region Community Action Agency directly or online
In order to qualify for LIHWAP you must meet the following criteria:
Connecticut has not published specific income guidelines for the LIHWAP program. Below are multiple percentages in the Federal Poverty Level. Federally funded programs, including LIHWAP, use a percentage of the Federal Poverty Level as the income criteria for program participation. In order to qualify for LIHWAP please contact your local provider to inquire what percentage applies in your state.
| # of Persons in Household | 2023 Federal Poverty Level for the 48 Contiguous States (Annual Income) | ||||||
| 100% | 133% | 138% | 150% | 200% | 300% | 400% | |
| 1 | $14,580 | $19,391 | $20,120 | $21,870 | $29,160 | $40,770 | $58,320 |
| 2 | $19,720 | $26,228 | $27,214 | $29,580 | $39,440 | $59,160 | $78,880 |
| 3 | $24,860 | $33,064 | $34,307 | $37,290 | $49,720 | $74,580 | $99,440 |
| 4 | $30,000 | $39,000 | $41,400 | $45,000 | $60,000 | $90,000 | $120,000 |
| 5 | $35,140 | $46,760 | $48,493 | $52,700 | $70,280 | $105,420 | $140,560 |
