In late 2025, Iowa became one of a small but growing number of states to receive federal approval from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to restrict certain SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) purchases. Effective January 1, 2026, Iowa SNAP recipients can no longer use their EBT benefits to buy taxable food items as …
From the fertile cornfields of Des Moines to the river bluffs of Dubuque and the bustling college towns of Iowa City, Iowa’s Hawkeye State thrives on agriculture and community spirit—but healthcare costs can till the soil of financial worry for low-income families. If you’re a parent in Cedar Rapids covering kids’ check-ups or a senior …
From the rolling cornfields of Des Moines to the Mississippi River towns of Davenport and the quiet prairies of Sioux City, Iowa’s Hawkeye State thrives on its agricultural heart—but grocery costs can still pinch hard. If you’re a family in Cedar Rapids budgeting for school lunches or a retiree in Iowa City counting every cob, …
Iowa Medicaid, administered by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is a health insurance program funded by federal and state dollars, providing medical and health-related services to low-income individuals, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors, and disabled individuals. This guide outlines the eligibility criteria, income limits, asset rules, and application process for …
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Iowa, also known as the Food Assistance Program, provides monthly benefits to low-income households to purchase nutritious food, helping to alleviate food insecurity and promote access to healthy meals. Benefits are issued via an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, known as the Iowa EBT Card, accepted at most …
What are the SNAP income limits in Iowa? Iowa uses the federal SNAP income standards. The calculator checks gross and net income based on household size to see if you might qualify. How much can 1 person get in food stamps in Iowa? A 1-person household in Iowa can receive up to around $291 per …