Ohio WIC: how to apply, income limits and what you get
Ohio WIC is run by the Ohio Department of Health. Here's how to apply, the 2026–27 income limits, and what you get, from the formula brand to the food list.
Income limits in effect July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 · Checked October 2026
Short answer
How to apply for WIC in Ohio
Ohio WIC is run by the Ohio Department of Health. You can apply while you're pregnant; you don't need to wait for the baby.
Call 1-800-755-4769
We couldn't confirm whether Ohio WIC takes an online form, so call to start.Go to your WIC appointment
WIC staff set up an in-person or virtual appointment to finish your application and do a free health and nutrition check.
Sources: Ohio Department of Health; USDA Food and Nutrition Administration; USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Data as of October 2026.
- Program
- Ohio WIC
- Run by
- Ohio Department of Health
- Phone
- (800) 755-4769
- Apply online?
- Not confirmed; call to start
- Official page
- Ohio WIC
The phone number is from USDA's WIC state agency list; the state WIC page did not show it. The state WIC page loads its content with JavaScript, so we could not confirm whether it offers an online application.
Ohio WIC income limits for 2026–27
Ohio uses USDA's WIC income limits for July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027: 185% of the federal poverty guidelines. Find your household size, then the column for how often you're paid. Phones show annual and monthly; wider screens show every pay period.
| Household | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,526 | $2,461 |
| 2 | $40,034 | $3,337 |
| 3 | $50,542 | $4,212 |
| 4 | $61,050 | $5,088 |
| 5 | $71,558 | $5,964 |
| 6 | $82,066 | $6,839 |
| 7 | $92,574 | $7,715 |
| 8 | $103,082 | $8,591 |
| Each extra person | +$10,508 | +$876 |
Gross income means before taxes. A pregnant woman counts each unborn baby, so a single mom-to-be expecting one baby is a household of two. For more than 8 people, add the "each extra person" amount for each additional member.
Sources: USDA Food and Nutrition Service (Federal Register); USDA Food and Nutrition Administration. Data as of October 2026.
What WIC gives you in Ohio
Healthy foods on an eWIC card (fruits and vegetables, baby food, milk, eggs, beans, cheese and more), nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health care and community services, at no cost. Many WIC clinics offer breastfeeding peer counselors, and some WIC clinics provide or rent breast pumps to participants who cannot get one through insurance or Medicaid.
Infant formula
Enfamil (Mead Johnson)
Benefit card
WIC benefit card
Approved foods
Ask your WIC office
Sources: USDA Food and Nutrition Service; USDA Food and Nutrition Administration; USDA WIC Breastfeeding Support. Data as of October 2026.
Breastfeeding help and pumps
WIC offers breastfeeding support, and some clinics provide or rent breast pumps to participants who can't get one through insurance or Medicaid.
Why one formula brand
Each state WIC agency awards one infant formula rebate contract to the manufacturer offering the biggest discount, so WIC's standard formula depends on your state. As of July 2026, Abbott (maker of Similac) held the contract in 39 states and DC and Mead Johnson (maker of Enfamil) in 11. If your baby needs a different formula for a medical reason, ask your WIC office.
Who qualifies for WIC in Ohio
You need to live in Ohio, meet the income rule (or get Medicaid, SNAP or TANF), and be in one of these groups.
| Who | How long |
|---|---|
| Pregnant | Through the pregnancy |
| Postpartum, not breastfeeding | Up to 6 months after the pregnancy ends |
| Breastfeeding | Up to the baby's first birthday |
| Infants | Birth to first birthday |
| Children | Up to their fifth birthday |
On Medicaid, SNAP or TANF in Ohio?
If you or the children in your care get Medicaid, SNAP or TANF, you may already meet WIC's income rule and do not need to show income under the limit.
Does your unborn baby count?
If someone in your household is pregnant, you may increase your household size by one for each expected birth.
Questions about Ohio WIC
What is the Ohio WIC income limit for 2026–27?
From July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, Ohio WIC uses USDA's income limits: gross household income at or below $29,526 a year for one person, $40,034 for two, $50,542 for three and $61,050 for four. That's 185% of the federal poverty guidelines. Count each unborn baby in your household size.
How do I apply for WIC in Ohio?
Call 1-800-755-4769. Staff then set up a WIC appointment, in person or virtual, to finish your application and do a free health and nutrition check.
What formula does Ohio WIC give?
Ohio WIC's formula contract is with Mead Johnson, the maker of Enfamil. Ask your WIC office which products are on your benefits.
Can I get WIC in Ohio if I'm on Medicaid?
If you or the children in your care get Medicaid, SNAP or TANF, you may already meet WIC's income rule and do not need to show income under the limit.
Can I get a breast pump through Ohio WIC?
Maybe. Some WIC clinics provide or rent breast pumps to participants who can't get one through insurance or Medicaid, so ask your WIC office. Also check whether Ohio Medicaid or your health plan covers one.
More for Ohio families
Sources
- 1.Ohio WIC (state WIC page) Ohio Department of Health. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 2.Ohio WIC: state agency contact USDA Food and Nutrition Administration. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 3.Infant Formula Contracts in WIC: current contract holders by state agency (page updated July 30, 2026) USDA Food and Nutrition Service. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 4.WIC: 2026/2027 Income Eligibility Guidelines (91 FR 23050, Apr. 29, 2026) USDA Food and Nutrition Service (Federal Register). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 5.WIC Eligibility USDA Food and Nutrition Administration. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 6.WIC Benefits USDA Food and Nutrition Administration. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 7.How to Apply for WIC (state agency contacts) USDA Food and Nutrition Administration. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 8.Finding a Breast Pump USDA WIC Breastfeeding Support. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 9.WIC Benefits for your Baby (standard formulas offered) Texas Health and Human Services, Texas WIC. Accessed October 9, 2026.
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