WIC Benefits: What You Actually Get (Full 2026 Food Package)

WIC serves 6 million pregnant women, new moms, infants, and kids under 5. Monthly benefit value: $60–75 in food + free nutrition counseling + health referrals.

What you get in the monthly food package

For pregnant women:

• Milk (16 quarts)
• Cereal (36 oz)
• Juice (144 oz)
• Cheese (1 lb)
• Eggs (2 dozen)
• Whole grains (1 lb)
• Fruits & veggies ($11 cash voucher)
• Peanut butter OR dried beans

For infants (0–11 months):

• Iron-fortified formula (full supply if not breastfeeding)
• Infant cereal
• Baby food (fruits, veggies, meats) starting at 6 months

For kids (1–4 years):

• Milk (16 quarts)
• Cheese, yogurt
• Cereal, whole grains
• Juice, eggs, peanut butter
• Fruits & veggies ($11 cash voucher)

Income limit: 185% FPL

For a family of 3 that's ~$47,770/yr. Higher than SNAP! WIC reaches more families.

Auto-qualify if you're on SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF.

Required documents

• Photo ID
• Proof of income
• Proof of residency
• Immunization records for kids
• Pregnancy verification (if applicable)

Where to apply

WIC operates out of county health clinics and some hospitals. Appointments usually required. Find your clinic at fns.usda.gov/wic/how-to-apply.

What WIC doesn't cover

• Diapers (not covered, but some states have diaper banks)
• Restaurant meals
• Vitamins (except prenatal for moms)
• Organic food (most states)

You might also qualify for

Every WIC family likely also qualifies for SNAP, Medicaid, school meals (if older kids), and CHIP. Check all at once.