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NC Medicaid Eligibility Screener
Check whether your household may meet income guidelines for NC Medicaid health coverage.
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North Carolina State Benefits: Calculators, Screeners & Guides
Explore North Carolina benefit calculators, screeners and official resources for NC Medicaid, Food and Nutrition Services, Work First and unemployment.
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North Carolina benefits at a glance
What each program is called in North Carolina, who runs it, and the rule that most often decides a case. Each name opens that program's page.
| Program | Name in North Carolina | Run by | Rule that most often decides it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicaid | NC Medicaid | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services | North Carolina expanded Medicaid, so adults under 65 can qualify on income alone, up to 138% of the poverty level. |
| SNAP (food) | Food and Nutrition Services | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services | Gross income limit of 200% of the poverty level for most households. |
| TANF (cash help) | Work First | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services | The state sets both the income limit and the monthly payment. |
| Unemployment | North Carolina Unemployment Insurance | North Carolina Division of Employment Security | Weekly benefit of $15 to $350, for up to 12 weeks. |
| LIHEAP (energy bills) | Low Income Energy Assistance Program | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services | Income limit of 130% of the poverty level. |
| WIC (nutrition) | NC WIC | North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services | Income guideline of 185% of the poverty level, the same in every state. |
Health & Insurance
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Food & Family
Explore food assistance, nutrition support, and family cash assistance programs.
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North Carolina Food and Nutrition Services Screener
Check whether your household may meet income guidelines for North Carolina Food and Nutrition Services (SNAP).
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North Carolina Work First Cash Assistance Screener
Check whether your family may meet preliminary guidelines for North Carolina Work First cash assistance.
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NC WIC Eligibility Screener
Check whether your household may meet preliminary income guidelines for NC WIC nutrition support.
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Employment & Income
Explore unemployment benefits and income support programs based on your earnings.
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North Carolina Unemployment Insurance Calculator
Estimate your potential weekly unemployment insurance benefit based on your North Carolina earnings.
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Housing & Utilities
Explore home energy assistance and utility support programs.
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North Carolina Low Income Energy Assistance Program Guide
Learn about the North Carolina Low Income Energy Assistance Program, its 130% FPL income limit, and how to apply.
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Other benefits to check in North Carolina
These do not have a separate North Carolina page on this site. Open any of them to see what it covers and who runs it.
Social Security
Learn about retirement, disability, survivor and other Social Security benefits.
Health & Insurance
Find information about health coverage and medical assistance programs.
Housing & Utilities
Explore programs that may help with rent and housing costs.
Tax Benefits
Learn about tax credits and other tax-related benefits.
Official resources
Official State Resources & Application Portals
When you are ready to apply or verify official determinations, access these official state portals:
NC ePASS
Apply online for Medicaid, Food and Nutrition Services, Work First, and energy assistance in North Carolina.
North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES)
File and manage North Carolina unemployment insurance claims.
NC Medicaid
North Carolina Medicaid coverage, eligibility, and member information.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Food, cash, and energy assistance programs and county social services offices.
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More in Benefits & Updates
Explore the latest guides and updates on benefits.
- Health & Insurance Do I Qualify for Medicaid? Income Limits and Who Is Eligible
- Food & Family SNAP Benefits: How Much Can You Get and Who Qualifies?
- Work & Income Unemployment Benefits: How Much Could You Receive?
- Food & Family WIC: Who It Is For and How to Qualify
- Housing & Utilities Help With Energy Bills: How LIHEAP Works
State details last checked 2026-10-09.
Agencies rename programs and move application pages. Where a figure could not be verified, this page says so rather than guessing.