Welfare Info

Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Kansas

What is Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)?

The Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit. Benefit levels vary according to the following factors:

  • Household income, and
  • Number of persons living at the address, and
  • Type of dwelling, and
  • Type of heating fuel, and
  • Utility rates.

Administration

Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is administered by Kansas.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Kansas and you must need financial assistance with home energy costs.

A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $19,578
2 $26,572
3 $33,566
4 $40,560
5 $47,554
6 $54,548
7 $61,542
8 $68,536

*For households with more than eight people, add $6,994 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)?

You can apply online or download an application on the Department for Children and Families' Online Application for Benefits website.

Contact Info

1-800-432-0043

How to Apply

Apply for Energy Assistance

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