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Your state: Illinois

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How many people buy and prepare food together?

Is anyone 60 or older, or disabled?

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Does everyone in your household get TANF or SSI?

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Monthly earnings before taxes

Wages and self-employment income for everyone in the household

Other monthly income

Social Security, SSI, unemployment, child support you receive, etc.

Are you experiencing homelessness?

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Monthly rent or mortgage

Monthly property tax and home insurance

Which utilities do you pay?

Choose the first one that applies. SNAP uses a standard amount, not your actual bills.

Heating or cooling You pay for heat or air conditioning (gas, oil, electric heat, A/C) Two or more other utilities Electricity, water, sewer, trash or cooking fuel Only one of those utilities For example, only electricity Phone only Landline or cell phone None Utilities are included in your rent

Did you get energy assistance (LIHEAP) over $20 in the last 12 months?

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Child or adult care costs (for work or school)

Legally required child support you pay

Out-of-pocket medical costs for members 60+ or disabled

Is everyone applying a U.S. citizen?

We never ask for immigration documents.

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Is anyone aged 18–49 in college at least half-time?

Yes No Not sure

Is anyone aged 18–64 without a child under 14 and not working 80 hours a month?

Work rules may limit SNAP to 3 months in 3 years unless an exemption applies.

Yes No Not sure

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