Free Government Phone by State
Lifeline is federal, but the companies that deliver it are licensed state by state — and the list differs enormously, from 4 providers in the smallest market to 161 in the largest. Pick your state for the providers approved there, the 2026 income limits, and how to apply.
Check if you qualifyChoose your state
Every state page lists the full set of approved Lifeline providers for that state, taken from USAC's public register, with the ZIP and county coverage each one is licensed for.
Qualify through a benefit program
Enrollment in any one of these qualifies your whole household, with no separate income test.
Skip the research — check your ZIP code
State pages tell you who is licensed. The checker tells you who actually serves your address, and whether your household clears the income limit.
Check my eligibilityFour questions, about two minutes. Runs entirely in your browser — we do not store your answers or send them anywhere.