Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Housing Program

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Program description
Provides one-time financial assistance to help eligible low-income households pay heating and cooling bills, emergency utility assistance, and free weatherization services to improve home energy efficiency.
Maximum assistance
Varies by household size, income, energy burden, and available funding.
Repayment
No

Program categories

Organization

Important considerations

Assistance is generally available once per program year.
Funding is limited.
Priority is often given to seniors, individuals with disabilities, families with young children, and households facing an energy crisis.
Services and benefit amounts may vary by local agency.

Eligibility & program information

Status
Active
State
California
Coverage Type
State Wide
Resources
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Eligibility Requirements
"Maximum Monthly Household Income

• 1 person: Up to $3,331.66
• 2 people: Up to $4,356.83
• 3 people: Up to $5,382.00
• 4 people: Up to $6,407.16
• 5 people: Up to $7,432.25
• 6 people: Up to $8,457.41
• 7 people: Up to $8,649.66
• 8 people: Up to $8,841.83

For households with more than 10 people, add $192.21 per additional household member.",Applicant must be responsible for paying home energy costs.
Rank Math Internal Links Processed
1
Official Information

Visit the official website(s) for current eligibility, program details, and information on how to apply.

Information last updated August 12, 2026.