NOTE: In addition to income, states may look at an applicant households' assets in determining financial eligibility for LIHEAP. The chart below lists eleven states that are currently using an assets test. Among the states, allowable assets range from a high of $25,000 to a low of $2,000. Several states allow higher assets for households with elderly members. States also have different definitions of assets. For more information on variations in assets tests, contact the LIHEAP Clearinghouse.
State FY Description
2023 Each household's resources may not exceed $3,000. 2023 $10,931 for a single person, $16,400 for a two-person household. Add $1,094 for each additional member up to $21,870 maximum per household. 2023 Oklahoma has a liquid resource limit for LIHEAP households. This includes bank accounts, cash on hand, CDs, cryptocurrency, and other investments that can be accessed without penalty to the household. Resources are verified when screening of application indicates declaration of resources is questionable.
