Housing/Community Services Department

WIC - Who Qualifies?

The City of Dallas WIC Program serves over 101,000 people each month.

Groups WIC serves:

  • Pregnant Women
  • Breastfeeding Women up to one year postpartum
  • Non-breastfeeding Women up to six months postpartum
  • Infants and children ages birth up to 5 years of age
  • All foster children under 5 years of age
  • Single fathers may receive benefits for eligible infants and children
  • Families living in the U.S. undocumented or have applied for citizenship (their application or legal status will not be affected in any way)

To get WIC benefits:

  • You need to meet income guidelines
  • Live in Dallas County
  • Have a nutritional need
  • Get regular medical checkups (we will provide you with referrals)

WIC Income Guidelines:

Effective July 1, 2012

Number of Household Members*Gross Monthly Household IncomeGross Yearly Household Income
1$0 up to $1,723$0 up to $20,665
2$0 up to $2333$0 up to $27,991
3$0 up to $2944$0 up to $35,317
4$0 up to $3554$0 up to $42,643
5$0 up to $4165$0 up to $49,969
6$0 up to $4775$0 up to $57,295

For more than 6 household members, or if you have income questions, call 1-800-942-3578.
Individuals with proof of Medicaid, TNAF or Food Stamps (SNAP) automatically meet income eligibility.
*One pregnant women counts as two household members.

Need an Appointment? Call 214-670-7200