The U.S. Department of Agriculture has updated the income eligibility guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). As of July 1, 2025, a family of four with a gross annual household income of up to $59,478 may qualify for WIC benefits. This marks an increase from the previous threshold of $57,720 set in 2024.
WIC provides assistance to pregnant individuals, those who have recently given birth, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five years old. Caregivers such as fathers, grandparents, and foster parents can also apply on behalf of eligible children.
Automatic income eligibility is granted to families already enrolled in Health First Colorado (Medicaid), Colorado Works (TANF), the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR). All foster children under age five and pregnant teens in foster care are also automatically eligible. Households not participating in these programs may still qualify based on their gross income.
For the period from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, the annual gross income limits before taxes and deductions are as follows: $28,953 for a family of one; $39,128 for two; $49,303 for three; and $59,478 for four. Each additional family member increases the limit by $10,175.
To determine eligibility or find a nearby clinic, individuals can visit www.coloradowic.gov or call Hunger Free Colorado’s Food Resource Hotline at 1-855-855-4626. The Colorado WIC Program encourages families to reach out even if their income is slightly above the guidelines or if they have been denied previously.
Currently, WIC serves more than 101,000 people across all 64 counties in Colorado each month.
“Colorado WIC is a public health nutrition program funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Since 1974, WIC has supported Colorado families by providing nutrition education, nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, and referrals to community and health services for eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals, infants, and children under the age of 5. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”
