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💵 TANF Cash Assistance in Elkin, Surry County, North Carolina — 2026

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

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