Eligibility is based on household size and gross annual income, or categorical eligibility. 

Families or individuals with a gross annual income at or below 60% of the State Median Income (SMI).

    Income Guidelines for 2023-2024 Energy Season
Household size:          Gross Annual Income:
1 person                               $41,553
2 people                               $54,338
3 people                               $67,124
4 people                               $79,910
5 people                               $92,695
6 people                               $105,481
7 people                               $107,878
8 people                               $110,275

Applicants who have a household member that receives any of the following benefits may be determined automatically income-eligible:

• Households who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Family Assistance (TFA); State Supplement for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled; or Refugee Cash Assistance
• Households who receive SNAP (food stamp) assistance

The Liquid Assets Test, as well as Risk Assessments for Safety Net Benefits, have been suspended for the remainder of the CEAP program year.