The Alabama economy is on the rebound. There has been decent growth, but at appears that like many places around the country things are slowing down. The state recently recorded six consecutive months of declining unemployment. However, the decline for the last few months was caused by drops in the labor force (unemployment numbers never count those who give up looking for work and hence drop out of the labor force). Still, the unemployment rate in Alabama is lower than that of the greater United States.  The state is entering a period where job growth will lag behind economic growth, according to analysts, potentially leaving behind many who are still looking for work. Alabama has the third highest percentage of its citizens living at the poverty level, so it is a state that can ill-afford economic setbacks.

The good news for Alabama residents is that Assurance Wireless is operating in the state, providing free cell phones and 250 monthly talk minutes to its customers.

 

How to Qualify for Assurance Wireless in Alabama

You can qualify for Assurance Wireless service in Alabama under income-based eligibility criteria or government program-based eligibility criteria as long as no one else in your household currently has a Lifeline phone.

Government Program-Based Eligibility Guidelines

If you are a participant in one or more of the following government assistance programs, you probably qualify for Assurance Wireless phone service in Alabama:

  • Medicaid
  • Food Stamps
  • National School Lunch (Free Program Only)
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance/Section 8
  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

If you qualify for Assurance Wireless service under government program-based eligibility guidelines, you are NOW required to send in any supporting documentation at this time. If you qualify under the government program-based eligibility, you do not need to complete the income-based section.

Income-Based Eligibility Guidelines

If you do not qualify under government program eligibility, you may qualify for Assurance Wireless service in Alabama if your total household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.  Find the size of your household below and compare the annual income. If your household income falls below this amount, then you probably qualify for Assurance Wireless service.

Size of Household

  

Alabama Maximum Income

1

15,080

2

20,426

3

25,772

4

31,118

5

36,464

6

41,810

7

47,156

8

52,502

For each additional household member, please add 5,346.

To get an application for Assurance Wireless service in Alabama, please click the link directly below.

Click here to get an Assurance Wireless Application for Alabama

 Other free government cell phone providers in the state of (click the link(s) below to see details about other providers in your state):

Safelink Wireless