South Carolina Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
South Carolina
What is South Carolina Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age five who are determined to be at nutritional risk. WIC impacts the health of mothers and children in the medically needy population. Optimal nutritional status during pregnancy and early childhood provides the best chance for the future of South Carolinians. The program is administered by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, the Division of WIC.
Administration
South Carolina Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) 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 one of the following:
- Pregnant, or
- Breastfeeding, or
- Postpartum, or
- A child 5 years old or younger.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $27,861 |
| 2 | $37,814 |
| 3 | $47,767 |
| 4 | $57,720 |
| 5 | $67,673 |
| 6 | $77,626 |
| 7 | $87,579 |
| 8 | $97,532 |
A person who participates or has family members participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
To see if you are eligible for WIC, you may also use theWIC Prescreening Tool.This Prescreening Tool isnotan application for WIC. To apply for WIC benefits, you must make an appointment at your local WIC agency.
Application Details
What is the application process for South Carolina Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you.
Contact Info
1-800-922-4406