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💵 TANF Cash Assistance in Bay St. Louis, Hancock County, Mississippi — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Bay St. Louis residents

Up to $900/moMax Benefit
1-800-333-4636Helpline
MSState
Varies by stateFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
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.

📝 How to Apply — Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4 in Bay St. Louis: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 1-800-333-4636
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Bay St. Louis residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Hancock County Office
Visit offices near Bay St. Louis. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Bay St. Louis
  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificates for children
  • Proof of income
  • Social Security numbers
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs — TANF Cash Assistance in Bay St. Louis
Who qualifies for TANF Cash Assistance in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi?
Residents of Bay St. Louis, Hancock County, Mississippi with income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-333-4636.
How to apply for TANF Cash Assistance in Bay St. Louis?
Apply online at www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf, call 1-800-333-4636, or visit Hancock County office.
Is there a TANF Cash Assistance office in Bay St. Louis?
The nearest office is in Hancock County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance
🚀 Apply for TANF Cash Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-333-4636 ← Back to Hancock County
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📌 All Benefits in Bay St. Louis
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks