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Federal Poverty Guidelines Calculator (2026)

Find the official 2026 HHS poverty guideline for a household size and location.

Household Details

HHS publishes separate guidelines for Alaska and Hawaii.
Enter the number of people in the family or household.
Optional. Enter annual income to estimate the percentage of the guideline.
Assumptions
  • This calculator uses the official 2026 HHS Poverty Guidelines published in the Federal Register.
  • Guidelines may change in future years.
  • For households with more than 8 people, the official additional-person amount is added for each person above 8.
  • Results are for informational purposes only.
Disclaimer

This calculator provides general information only. Program eligibility rules, income definitions, and household definitions can vary by agency or program.