The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded assistance program that provides:
| Size of Household | Monthly Income |
|---|---|
|
1 |
$3,170.00 |
|
2 |
$4,145.41 |
|
3 |
$5,120.83 |
|
4 |
$6,096.25 |
|
5 |
$7,071.58 |
|
6 |
$8,047.00 |
|
7 |
$8,299.91 |
|
8 |
$8,412.75 |
|
9 |
$8,595.66 |
|
10* |
$8,778.58 |
*For households with more than 10 people, add $182.89 for each additional person
You must meet the income requirements in the income table. Households who meet both income requirements and are in the State of California’s following high-priority groups will be served first:
The LIHEAP application process is slightly different in each county. Click on your county tab below to learn how to apply in your area.
Contra Costa County’s LIHEAP funding has been fully used for 2025.
For LIHEAP information, contact the Contra Costa County Home Energy & Water Assistance Program at csbheap@ehsd.cccounty.us or (925) 267-6624.
Learn about other ways to lower your energy bill and catch up on late payments.
The maximum one-time payment available is up to $1,000 per year.
For more information, visit nces.org or call (800) 233-4480.
The maximum payment for qualifying households is $3,000 per program year for Marin and Contra Costa Counties and $1,000 for Napa and Solano Counties. The amount of assistance you receive is based on the number of people in the household, total gross household income, cost of energy within the county the household resides in, funding availability, and the amount owed on the utility bill. LIHEAP provides one payment per program year.
No, you won’t need to pay back any assistance you receive through LIHEAP. LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps income-qualified households pay their energy bill.
No, LIHEAP has no impact on your credit score.
Yes, you can (and are encouraged to) apply for LIHEAP if you’re unemployed.
If your LIHEAP application is approved, payment will be made directly to the utility company on your behalf. The amount of time for payment to be processed varies by county.
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