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📱 Lifeline Phone Program in Bad Nation, Mellette County, South Dakota — 2026

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

Free phone + dataMax Benefit
1-800-234-9473Helpline
SDState
135% FPL or program enrolledFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Bad Nation, South Dakota
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 — Bad Nation, South Dakota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4 in Bad Nation: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/ — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 1-800-234-9473
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Bad Nation residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Mellette County Office
Visit offices near Bad Nation. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Bad Nation
  • Proof of income OR SNAP/Medicaid enrollment
  • Photo ID
  • Home address
❓ FAQs — Lifeline Phone Program in Bad Nation
Who qualifies for Lifeline Phone Program in Bad Nation, South Dakota?
Residents of Bad Nation, Mellette County, South Dakota with income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-234-9473.
How to apply for Lifeline Phone Program in Bad Nation?
Apply online at www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/, call 1-800-234-9473, or visit Mellette County office.
Is there a Lifeline Phone Program office in Bad Nation?
The nearest office is in Mellette County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Bad Nation, South Dakota
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Lifeline Phone Program
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-234-9473 ← Back to Mellette County
🔔 South Dakota Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Lifeline Phone Program changes in South Dakota.
📌 All Benefits in Bad Nation
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks