NH Medicaid: Income Limits, Eligibility and How to Apply
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NH Medicaid is New Hampshire's Medicaid program, and it is run by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. New Hampshire adopted the Affordable Care Act expansion in 2014, so an adult under 65 qualifies on income alone at or below 138% of the poverty guideline: $1,835 a month for one person in 2026. Children are covered through NH Medicaid for children, and the application is at nheasy.nh.gov or 844-275-3447. Every figure below is dated 2026-09-23.
| Program | NH Medicaid; Granite Advantage Health Care Program for expansion adults |
|---|---|
| Children | NH Medicaid for children |
| Agency | New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services |
| Apply | nheasy.nh.gov · 844-275-3447 |
| Expansion | Yes, since 2014 |
| Adult income limit, 2026 | $22,025 a year for one person; $45,540 for four |
| Work requirement | federal deadline January 1, 2027 |
| Plans | Members are enrolled in a Medicaid Care Management plan. |
Who qualifies in New Hampshire
Adults 19 to 64 not on Medicare qualify at or below 138% of poverty (133% plus a 5% disregard), on household modified adjusted gross income, with no asset test. The 2026 figures:
| Household size | Annual income at 138% | Monthly | 100% of poverty (marketplace floor) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,025 | $1,835 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $29,863 | $2,489 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $37,702 | $3,142 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $45,540 | $3,795 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $53,378 | $4,448 | $38,680 |
Computed from the 2026 HHS poverty guidelines (January 15, 2026).
Children (NH Medicaid for children), pregnant women, parents, seniors and people with disabilities use other limits that New Hampshire sets above the federal minimums.
How New Hampshire compares
New Hampshire expanded on the first day it could, January 1, 2014, with the original group of states. On the work requirement it is not among the early starters (Arkansas, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska), so members have until January 1, 2027. New Hampshire uses the plain "Medicaid" name, so the card and letters say what they are.
How to apply for NH Medicaid
- Apply online at nheasy.nh.gov, or call 844-275-3447. HealthCare.gov also takes Medicaid applications and forwards them to New Hampshire. There is no enrollment period; any day works.
- Report this month's income. Choose a plan when asked, or one is assigned.
A NH Medicaid case also qualifies you for a free phone (New Hampshire carriers, paperwork) and shares documents with New Hampshire SNAP.
What changes in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has not announced a start date for the federal work requirement, so it takes effect on the federal deadline, January 1, 2027. Six-month renewals for expansion adults begin with renewals scheduled on or after January 1, 2027. The nationwide changes are on the hub with CMS sources.
New Hampshire specifics
- Offices serve Manchester, Nashua, Concord and every county; hospitals and health centers also employ enrollment assisters.
Whether NH Medicaid pays for dental or weight-loss drugs is New Hampshire's choice; see does Medicaid cover.
Common questions
What is the Medicaid income limit in New Hampshire for 2026?
$22,025 a year for one adult, $29,863 for two and $45,540 for four (138% of the 2026 poverty guideline); children go higher through NH Medicaid for children.
Does New Hampshire have a Medicaid work requirement?
From January 1, 2027, the federal deadline; New Hampshire has not set an earlier date. It applies to expansion adults 19 to 64 at 80 hours a month, with exemptions listed on the hub.
Sources
- NH Medicaid: state program page
- HHS: 2026 poverty guidelines
- HealthCare.gov: Medicaid expansion and you (138%)
- Federal Register: community engagement interim final rule (June 3, 2026)
- CMS: 2025 law section-by-section overview
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