Overview
WIC is not included in the federal government’s public charge rule.
You can participate in WIC if you:
- Live in Massachusetts
- Have a nutritional need (WIC staff can help you determine this)
- Are a child under 5, a new mom, or a pregnant or breastfeeding woman
- Have a family income less than WIC guidelines
You are automatically income eligible for WIC if you currently receive:
Income eligibility guidelines
June 5, 2025 - June 30, 2026
| Household Size | Yearly | Monthly | Bi-weekly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,953 | $2,413 | $1,114 | $557 |
| 2 | $39,128 | $3,261 | $1,505 | $753 |
| 3 | $49,303 | $4,109 | $1,897 | $949 |
| 4 | $59,478 | $4,957 | $2,288 | $1,144 |
| 5 | $69,653 | $5,805 | $2,679 | $1,340 |
| 6 | $79,828 | $6,653 | $3,071 | $1,536 |
| 7 | $90,003 | $7,501 | $3,462 | $1,731 |
| 8 | $100,178 | $8,349 | $3,853 | $1,927 |
| For each additional family member add… | +$10,175 | +$848 | +$392 | +$196 |
Additional Resources
Contact
Online
Email Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) Program:
Email Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) Program at wicinfo.dph@massmail.state.ma.us
Call Local WIC Office:
WIC Information for Participants
Or email Local WIC Office (XLSX):
WIC-Local-Program-Email-Addresses.xlsx
Phone
Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. If you hear a recording, please leave a message with your name and telephone number. You can also call your Local WIC Office directly. All local programs are answering phones and/or returning messages.