To be eligible for Illinois Medicaid, you must be a resident of the state of Illinois, a U.S. national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. You must also be one of the following:
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- Be responsible for a child 18 years of age or younger, or
- Blind, or
- Have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability.
- Be 65 years of age or older.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $20,783 |
| 2 | $28,208 |
| 3 | $35,632 |
| 4 | $43,056 |
| 5 | $50,481 |
| 6 | $57,905 |
| 7 | $65,330 |
| 8 | $72,754 |
*For households with more than eight people, add $7,424 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.
