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💵 TANF Cash Assistance in Elephant Butte, Sierra County, New Mexico — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Elephant Butte residents

Up to $900/moMax Benefit
1-800-333-4636Helpline
NMState
Varies by stateFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Elephant Butte, New Mexico
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 — Elephant Butte, New Mexico
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4 in Elephant Butte: $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 Elephant Butte residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Sierra County Office
Visit offices near Elephant Butte. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Elephant Butte
  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificates for children
  • Proof of income
  • Social Security numbers
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs — TANF Cash Assistance in Elephant Butte
Who qualifies for TANF Cash Assistance in Elephant Butte, New Mexico?
Residents of Elephant Butte, Sierra County, New Mexico 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 Elephant Butte?
Apply online at www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf, call 1-800-333-4636, or visit Sierra County office.
Is there a TANF Cash Assistance office in Elephant Butte?
The nearest office is in Sierra County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Elephant Butte, New Mexico
🍎 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 Sierra County
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📌 All Benefits in Elephant Butte
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks