πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊTennesseeβ€ΊRhea Countyβ€ΊLifeline Phone Programβ€ΊDayton
UTILITY β€” TN

πŸ“± Lifeline Phone Program in Dayton, Rhea County, Tennessee β€” 2026

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

Free phone + dataMax Benefit
1-800-234-9473Helpline
TNState
135% FPL or program enrolledFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Dayton, Tennessee
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€” Dayton, Tennessee
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 135% FPL or program enrolled. Family of 4 in Dayton: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/ β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-234-9473
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Dayton residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Rhea County Office
Visit offices near Dayton. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Dayton
  • Proof of income OR SNAP/Medicaid enrollment
  • Photo ID
  • Home address
❓ FAQs β€” Lifeline Phone Program in Dayton
Who qualifies for Lifeline Phone Program in Dayton, Tennessee?
Residents of Dayton, Rhea County, Tennessee 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 Dayton?
Apply online at www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/, call 1-800-234-9473, or visit Rhea County office.
Is there a Lifeline Phone Program office in Dayton?
The nearest office is in Rhea County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Tennessee Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Lifeline Phone Program changes in Tennessee.