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πŸ“± Lifeline Phone Program in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Los Angeles residents

Free phone + dataMax Benefit
1-800-234-9473Helpline
CAState
135% FPL or program enrolledFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Los Angeles, California
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€” Los Angeles, California
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4 in Los Angeles: $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 Los Angeles residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Los Angeles County Office
Visit offices near Los Angeles. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Los Angeles
  • Proof of income OR SNAP/Medicaid enrollment
  • Photo ID
  • Home address
❓ FAQs β€” Lifeline Phone Program in Los Angeles
Who qualifies for Lifeline Phone Program in Los Angeles, California?
Residents of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California 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 Los Angeles?
Apply online at www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/, call 1-800-234-9473, or visit Los Angeles County office.
Is there a Lifeline Phone Program office in Los Angeles?
The nearest office is in Los Angeles County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” California Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Lifeline Phone Program changes in California.