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South Carolina Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

South Carolina

What is South Carolina Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)?

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides Direct Assistance for Heating and Cooling; Emergency Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP) for Heating and Cooling; and Supplemental Funding for the Low-Income Weatherization Program (WAP). LIHEAP is a Federal emergency assistance block grant funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Administration

South Carolina Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) is administered by South Carolina.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of South Carolina 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 $22,590
2 $30,660
3 $38,730
4 $46,800
5 $54,870
6 $62,940
7 $71,010
8 $79,080

*For households with more than eight people, add $8,070 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for South Carolina Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)?

To apply for the low income energy assistance program, please visit the Office of Economic Opportunity page, and select your county.

Contact Info

1-800-251-7234

How to Apply

Office of Economic Opportunity

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