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👶 CHIP Health Insurance in Emerald Isle, Carteret County, North Carolina — 2026

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

Low-cost child coverageMax Benefit
1-877-543-7669Helpline
NCState
200% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Emerald Isle, 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.

📝 How to Apply — Emerald Isle, North Carolina
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 200% FPL. Family of 4 in Emerald Isle: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.insurekidsnow.gov/coverage/index.html — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 1-877-543-7669
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Emerald Isle residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Carteret County Office
Visit offices near Emerald Isle. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Emerald Isle
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Social Security numbers
❓ FAQs — CHIP Health Insurance in Emerald Isle
Who qualifies for CHIP Health Insurance in Emerald Isle, North Carolina?
Residents of Emerald Isle, Carteret County, North Carolina with income at or below 200% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-877-543-7669.
How to apply for CHIP Health Insurance in Emerald Isle?
Apply online at www.insurekidsnow.gov/coverage/index.html, call 1-877-543-7669, or visit Carteret County office.
Is there a CHIP Health Insurance office in Emerald Isle?
The nearest office is in Carteret County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Emerald Isle, North Carolina
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for CHIP Health Insurance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-877-543-7669 ← Back to Carteret County
🔔 North Carolina Alerts 2026
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📌 All Benefits in Emerald Isle
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks