Program Eligibility Calculator – Mississippi Thrive

Disclaimer: The resources found on this website, including the program eligibility calculator, are for informational purposes only. Nothing found herein is intended to be, or shall be construed to be, financial advice. There are no guarantees to the accurateness of the information found herein and any information should not be used in place of qualified financial guidance.

General Requirements *Required

1. Are you a resident of the state of Mississippi?

Yes

2. How many people live in your household (including yourself)?

3. What is your household annual income before taxes?

4. How much additional income do you receive, or anticipate receiving, per month?

Free and Reduced Lunch Program

5. Are you the parent or primary caregiver of a child who attends school (high school or under)?

Yes

SNAP

6. Do you have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001?

Yes

7. Do you have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001, and do you share a household with a person over the age of 60 or a person with a disability (including yourself)?

Yes

Medicaid

8. Do you fall under any of the categories below?

Blind
Pregnant
65 years of age or older
Responsible for a child 18 years of age or younger
Have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability

Yes

*CHIP

9. If you have a child, do they meet all of the requirements below?

Under age 19
A U.S. Citizen, National, or a Qualified Non-Citizen
Uninsured and ineligible for Medicaid

Yes

N/A

Missing General Requirements

Note: To check eligibility results, look in each benefit box to see the determination after clicking the Check Eligibility button.

* The CHIP eligibility calculation provided on this webpage is a general calculation put forth by the federal government. This calculation does not utilize MAGI (Modified Adjusted Gross Income) tables, which can vary depending on your specific information. For the most accurate eligibility information, please consult these tables or contact the Medicaid office directly at 800-884-3222.

Access MS also provides a calculator that you can use to check your eligibility for additional supports at https://www.access.ms.gov/consumer/eligibility-questions/.

Will an Increase in Income Cause me to Lose Public Assistance Benefits?

General Requirements *Required

Free and Reduced Lunch Program

SNAP

Medicaid

*CHIP

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