Louisiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
Louisiana
What is Louisiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)?
Energy costs significantly influence the affordability of housing for everyone, often impacting the basic subsistence requirements of a household. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides eligible households with assistance in meeting their monthly utility bills. Priority is given those who may be elderly, disabled, have families with children, and/or have the highest energy consumption.
Administration
Louisiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) is administered by Louisiana.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Louisiana 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 also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below 60 percent of the State Median Income:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $29,890 |
| 2 | $39,087 |
| 3 | $48,284 |
| 4 | $57,481 |
| 5 | $66,678 |
| 6 | $75,875 |
| 7 | $77,599 |
| 8 | $79,324 |
Application Details
What is the application process for Louisiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)?
Contact your local community action agency to apply. Visit the Louisiana LIHEAP page.