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πŸ“± Lifeline Phone Program in Fort Payne, Dekalb County, Alabama β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Fort Payne residents

Free phone + dataMax Benefit
1-800-234-9473Helpline
ALState
135% FPL or program enrolledFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Fort Payne, Alabama
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Fort Payne, Alabama
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4 in Fort Payne: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/ β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-234-9473
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Fort Payne residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Dekalb County Office
Visit offices near Fort Payne. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Fort Payne
  • Proof of income OR SNAP/Medicaid enrollment
  • Photo ID
  • Home address
❓ FAQs β€” Lifeline Phone Program in Fort Payne
Who qualifies for Lifeline Phone Program in Fort Payne, Alabama?
Residents of Fort Payne, Dekalb County, Alabama with income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-234-9473.
How to apply for Lifeline Phone Program in Fort Payne?
Apply online at www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/, call 1-800-234-9473, or visit Dekalb County office.
Is there a Lifeline Phone Program office in Fort Payne?
The nearest office is in Dekalb County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Alabama Alerts 2026
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