North Dakota WIC
Last updated August 2026
WIC gives healthy food, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support. It serves pregnant women, moms breastfeeding an infant under 1 year, new moms who had a baby or were pregnant in the past 6 months, and infants and children under age 5. Any caregiver of a child under 5 can get WIC for that child, including a dad, grandparent, or foster parent. To start, call the statewide line at (800) 472-2286, go to signupwic.com, or call your local WIC clinic.
The income line sits higher than many people expect. Your household gross income must be at or below the WIC guidelines. For June 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, that is $29,526 a year ($2,461 a month) for a household of 1, $40,034 for 2, $50,542 for 3, and $61,050 for 4, adding $10,508 a year per extra member. If you are pregnant, add one to your household size. The WIC line is 185 percent of the federal poverty level, well above SNAP's cutoff, so a working family may still qualify.
There is an income shortcut. If you are on Medicaid, TANF, or SNAP, you are automatically income-eligible for WIC. You still need a nutritional or medical need, which WIC staff can find by checking height, weight, and iron level and asking a few health and diet questions.
Do not believe the myth that WIC is only for mothers or only for people out of work. It is open to many incomes for both working and non-working families, and it welcomes any caregiver of a child under 5.
Plan for one in-person visit. You must enroll in person at a WIC clinic. The first appointment takes about 30 to 45 minutes. If you qualify, you get your WIC food benefits that day to use at your local grocery store.
Here is what you get. Free healthy food such as fresh fruits and vegetables, milk, cheese and yogurt, cereal and grains, and peanut butter and beans, plus nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support, including breast pumps.
Phone 1-800-472-2286
Updated August 2026 Program details can change — confirm with the program directly.
Who qualifies
- Pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding people, and infants and children up to age 5, who live in North Dakota and meet the income and nutrition guidelines
- A parent, grandparent, foster parent, or guardian can apply on a child's behalf; being on Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF generally settles the income test
You may qualify. The program makes the final decision.
How to apply
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Call (800) 472-2286, go to signupwic.com, or call your local WIC clinic.
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If you are on Medicaid, TANF, or SNAP, you already meet the income test.
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Schedule your first in-person appointment at a WIC clinic.
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Bring the children being enrolled and proof of income or other benefits.
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Complete the nutrition check and get your food benefits that day if you qualify.
What to have ready
- Proof of income, or proof of Medicaid, TANF, or SNAP
- The children being enrolled, since the visit is in person
- Proof of where you live. Your local WIC clinic confirms the exact list.
What the application looks like
Common questions
Who qualifies for WIC?
Pregnant women, breastfeeding and new moms, and infants and children under 5 who meet the income and nutrition guidelines. Any caregiver can apply for a child.
What is the income limit?
For June 2026 to June 2027, $29,526 a year for a household of 1 and $61,050 for 4. The line is 185 percent of poverty. If pregnant, add one to your household size.
Do I need income proof if I am on other benefits?
No. If you are on Medicaid, TANF, or SNAP, you are automatically income-eligible for WIC.
How do I apply?
Enrollment is in person at a WIC clinic. Call (800) 472-2286 or go to signupwic.com to start. The first visit takes about 30 to 45 minutes.
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