πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊNorth Carolinaβ€ΊBuncombeβ€ΊWIC Programβ€ΊLeicester
FOOD β€” NC

🍼 WIC Program in Leicester, Buncombe, North Carolina β€” 2026

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

~$100/mo food pkgMax Benefit
1-800-942-3678Helpline
NCState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Leicester, North Carolina
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€” Leicester, North Carolina
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in Leicester: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/wic/applicant-recipient β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-942-3678
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Leicester residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Buncombe Office
Visit offices near Leicester. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Leicester
  • Proof of pregnancy or child age
  • Photo ID
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs β€” WIC Program in Leicester
Who qualifies for WIC Program in Leicester, North Carolina?
Residents of Leicester, Buncombe, North Carolina with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-942-3678.
How to apply for WIC Program in Leicester?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/wic/applicant-recipient, call 1-800-942-3678, or visit Buncombe office.
Is there a WIC Program office in Leicester?
The nearest office is in Buncombe. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” North Carolina Alerts 2026
Free alerts when WIC Program changes in North Carolina.