Am I Eligible for HEAP?
Ohioans with a household size of seven or less, and income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty guidelines, are eligible for the program.
A household applying for HEAP must report total gross household income for the past 30 days (12 months preferred) for all members, except wage or salary income earned by dependent minors under 18 years old. Both homeowners and renters are eligible for assistance.
For July 2024-May 2025, the income levels are:
| Size of Household | 12-Month Income Limit (175% FPG) | 30-Day Income Limit (175% FPG) |
| 1 | $26,355 | $ 2,196.25 |
| 2 | $35,770 | $ 2,980.83 |
| 3 | $45,185 | $ 3,765.42 |
| 4 | $54,600 | $ 4,550.00 |
| 5 | $64,015 | $ 5,334.58 |
| 6 | $73,430 | $ 6,119.17 |
| 7 | $82,845 | $ 6,903.75 |