WIC welcomes all types of families!
Is My Family Eligible?
- You must live in Nebraska.
- You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to apply.
Who is Eligible for WIC?
- Pregnant women
- Women who were pregnant within the past 6 months
- Women who are breastfeeding a baby under one year of age
- Children, from newborns to age 5 years, and their caregivers (mom, dad, grandparents, stepparents, foster parents, etc.)
- Foster children under 5 years of age
- Pregnant teen moms in foster care
If you are on Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF you are income-eligible. If you don’t qualify for these programs, you may still qualify for WIC depending on the income of your household. See the Nebraska WIC Income Guidelines Chart below.
How do I apply?
Step 1: Find a WIC clinic near you.
Step 2: Call to make an appointment.
Step 3: Bring proof of identification, address and income to your WIC appointment.
1 Proof of Identity, 1 Proof of Residency, and 1 Proof of Income are required at each certification and re-certification appointment.
If one of these proofs are missing, then the appointment will need to be rescheduled and no benefits can be issued.
Examples of Proofs Required at Certifications and Recertifications
Proof of Identity Examples:
- Birth Certificate
- Valid Photo ID (driver’s license, passport, school ID)
- Social Security Card
- WIC Enrollment Card
Proof of Residency Examples:
- Mail that has been postmarked within the last 30 days
- Lease agreement
- Current utility bill showing the service address
Proof of Income Examples:
- Medicaid Card
- SNAP/EBT Card
- Notice of Action
- Paystubs from the last 30 days for EVERYONE living in the home
Nebraska WIC Income Guidelines
Valid through July 2026
| Family Size | Annual Income | Monthly Income | Twice Monthly Income | Bi-Weekly Income | Weekly Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,953 | $2,413 | $1,207 | $1,114 | $557 |
| 2 | $39,128 | $3,261 | $1,631 | $1,505 | $753 |
| 3 | $49,303 | $4,109 | $2,055 | $1,897 | $949 |
| 4 | $59,478 | $4,957 | $2,479 | $2,288 | $1,144 |
| 5 | $69,653 | $5,805 | $2,903 | $2,679 | $1,340 |
| 6 | $79,828 | $6,653 | $3,327 | $3,071 | $1,536 |
| 7 | $90,003 | $7,501 | $3,751 | $3,462 | $1,731 |
| 8 | $100,178 | $8,349 | $4,175 | $3,853 | $1,927 |
| 9 | $110,353 | $9,197 | $4,599 | $4,245 | $2,123 |
| 10 | $120,528 | $10,044 | $5,022 | $4,636 | $2,318 |
| 11 | $130,703 | $10,892 | $5,446 | $5.028 | $2,514 |
| 12 | $140,878 | $11,740 | $5,870 | $5,419 | $2,710 |
| 13 | $151,053 | $12,588 | $6,294 | $5,810 | $2,905 |
| 14 | $161,228 | $13,436 | $6,718 | $6,202 | $3,101 |
| 15 | $171,403 | $14,284 | $7,142 | $6,593 | $3,297 |
| Each additional family member | +$10,175 | +$848 | +$424 | +$392 | +$196 |
These income guidelines are 185% of the Office of Management and Budget's income guidelines (same as for reduced price school meals), in accordance with Sec. 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1996 and Federal Regulation 246.7(d).
