Nevada WIC Program
Benefits, Eligibility & How to Apply
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About the Nevada WIC Program
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Nevada WIC is administered by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public and Behavioral Health. The program serves tens of thousands of participants across the state and is delivered through county health departments, community health centers, and community-based organizations in urban and rural Nevada alike. The statewide WIC hub for participants is nevadawic.org.
Community-Based Organization Delivery Model
Nevada is distinctive in delivering WIC through a wide range of community-based organizations in addition to public health agencies. Organizations including Three Square Food Bank in Clark County, Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada, Nye Communities Coalition, Community Health Alliance (which operates a WIC Mobile Clinic), and various family resource centers all run WIC programs. Families can choose whichever participating provider is most convenient — and all programs are open regardless of citizenship or immigration status.
The Nevada WIC CARES Shopping and Delivery Program
Nevada developed a WIC grocery shopping and home delivery program during the COVID-19 pandemic using CARES Act funding. The program enlisted community partner organizations — including Three Square Food Bank and Catholic Charities — to shop for WIC-approved foods on behalf of enrolled families and deliver them to the home or a convenient location. Shopping was verified using the WIC Shopper app to ensure only eligible items were purchased. As CARES Act funding has ended, availability of this service varies by local agency. Contact your local WIC clinic to confirm whether shopping and delivery assistance is currently offered in your area.
WIC Mobile Clinic
Community Health Alliance, one of Nevada's WIC community-based organization providers in northern Nevada, operates a WIC Mobile Clinic that visits schools, nonprofit organizations, welfare departments, and community sites — extending WIC access to families who cannot reach a fixed clinic location.
Public WIC Data Dashboard
The Nevada DHHS Office of Analytics maintains a public-facing WIC Data Dashboard updated regularly with participation figures, food redemption data, and other program analytics — one of the more transparent public data tools offered by any state WIC program. Access it through dpbh.nv.gov or via nevadawic.org.
Access Nevada — One-Stop Benefits Portal
Nevada's unified benefits portal, Access Nevada, is available at accessnevada.nv.gov. Through Access Nevada, residents can apply for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, and other state assistance programs from a single entry point. WIC enrollment requires a separate certification appointment at a WIC clinic, but Access Nevada can help families connect with multiple programs at once.
Tribal WIC Programs in Nevada
Nevada has 27 federally recognized tribes — more than any other state in the contiguous United States. Many tribal members access WIC through the Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada (ITCN) WIC Program, a federally funded Indian Tribal Organization (ITO) WIC agency that serves members of multiple Nevada tribes. Tribes with populations served through ITCN or tribal WIC programs include the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, Walker River Paiute Tribe, Reno-Sparks Indian Colony, Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, Moapa Band of Paiutes, and Te-Moak Tribe of Western Shoshone, among many others.
Tribal members who receive benefits through the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) are automatically income-eligible for WIC — no additional income documentation is required. Contact ITCN or your tribal health program directly for information about WIC services available through your tribe. Nevada state WIC clinics are open to all eligible Nevada residents regardless of tribal enrollment or location.
Income at or below 185% FPL. Automatic eligibility with Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF.
Monthly food benefits loaded to your WIC EBT card plus nutrition education and breastfeeding support.
Frequently Asked Questions — Nevada WIC
Nevada WIC Income Limits 2026
| Household Size | Annual Gross Income | Monthly Gross Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,953 | $2,413 |
| 2 | $39,128 | $3,261 |
| 3 | $49,303 | $4,109 |
| 4 | $59,478 | $4,957 |
| 5 | $69,653 | $5,805 |
| 6 | $79,828 | $6,653 |
| 7 | $90,003 | $7,501 |
| 8 | $100,178 | $8,349 |
| Each additional person | add $10,175 | add $848 |
| Effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Figures are 185% of the federal poverty guidelines for the 48 contiguous states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories (including Guam). Alaska and Hawaii residents see higher income limits. Source: USDA FNS Federal Register notice 2025-03576 (90 FR 11598). | ||
Income Limit Overview
Nevada WIC uses the federal income guidelines set at 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. For a household of four, the monthly income limit is $4,957 ($59,478 annually) for the current benefit year (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026). The full table below shows limits for all household sizes.
Pregnant Women Count as Two
Nevada WIC counts an unborn baby as a household member when calculating household size. If you are pregnant, add one to your household count — or more if expecting multiples. This increases the income threshold that applies to your family.
Automatic Income Eligibility
If your household currently participates in any of the following programs, you are automatically income-eligible for WIC — no additional income documentation is required:
- Medicaid — Nevada's Medicaid program
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program / food stamps)
- TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
- FDPIR (Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations)
Bring your current benefit card or enrollment documentation to your WIC appointment. That documentation replaces income verification entirely.
Income Documentation if Not Auto-Eligible
If your household does not participate in any of the programs above, bring documentation of all household income — current pay statements showing wages, commissions, or fees. If you do not receive any income, you may complete an affidavit at the WIC clinic stating that you receive no income. If your income is seasonal or irregular, WIC staff can advise on acceptable documentation.
Nevada WIC does not ask about citizenship or immigration status. Participation in WIC will not result in deportation, denial of entry, or denial of permanent residency status. Receiving WIC benefits does not affect immigration status or the ability to become a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
Nevada WIC Approved Foods
Nevada WIC food benefits are loaded onto an eWIC card accepted at WIC-authorized grocery stores across the state. Your specific monthly food package is tailored to your participant category (pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum, infant, or child) and nutritional needs, determined at your certification appointment. Use the free WIC Shopper app to check product eligibility and your benefit balance before shopping.
Food Categories
- Dairy: Milk (whole, reduced fat, low fat, fat free; lactose-free varieties available), cheese, and yogurt. Plant-based milk alternatives — including soy beverage — are available as a milk substitute for eligible participants.
- Tofu: Calcium-set tofu is available as a protein alternative for eligible participants.
- Eggs: Any color from domestic hens, whole or liquid pasteurized.
- Whole grains: Iron-fortified hot and cold cereals, whole grain bread, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, tortillas, and other whole grain options following the 2024 USDA food package update.
- Fruits and vegetables: A monthly cash value benefit (CVB) — the amount shown on your benefit card — for fresh, frozen, and canned produce without added sugars, including fresh herbs.
- Legumes: Dried and canned beans and peas. Mature legumes only.
- Peanut butter: Creamy or chunky, any brand, regular or reduced fat.
- Canned fish: Available in food packages for women (pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum) and children age 2 and older. Nevada's approved fish list includes tuna, sardines, jack mackerel, and salmon.
- Juice: 100% fruit or vegetable juice, vitamin C-rich, unsweetened only.
- Infant foods: Iron-fortified infant cereal, jarred baby food (fruits, vegetables, and meats), and WIC-approved infant formula. Nevada WIC's contract formula is Similac brand (Abbott Nutrition). Non-contract standard and intolerance formulas from other manufacturers are generally not available unless a qualifying medical diagnosis is documented via a Nevada WIC Medical Documentation form. Special medical formulas require physician documentation submitted to your WIC clinic.
WIC Shopper App
Download the free WIC Shopper app from the App Store or Google Play. Use it to scan product barcodes in the store aisle, check your current benefit balance, find authorized store locations, and receive program alerts including benefit expiration notifications.
Nevada WIC Shopping and Home Delivery
Through a shopping and delivery program developed during COVID-19, some Nevada WIC community partner organizations shop for WIC-approved items on behalf of enrolled families and deliver them to the home or a location of the family's choosing. Availability varies by area as CARES Act funding has ended — contact your local WIC clinic to find out whether this service is currently offered in your area.
