CHIP in Alaska
Alaska at a glance
Alaska is home to about 56,745 foreign-born residents (7.7% of the state’s 735,706 people) and 53,803 residents of Hispanic or Latino origin (7.3%), per the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2024 5-year estimates). The procedures below apply to everyone in Alaska regardless of immigration status unless noted.
CHIP covers health insurance for uninsured children from families earning too much for Medicaid but unable to afford private insurance.
CHIP eligibility limits in Alaska (verified data)
Source: Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) — CHIP data by state
Verified on: 2026-05-25
Children’s health coverage in Alaska
| Child age | Medicaid (% FPL) |
|---|---|
| Infants 0-1 year | up to 177% FPL |
| Children 1-5 years | up to 177% FPL |
| Children 6-18 years | up to 177% FPL |
CHIP upper income limit in Alaska: 208% of FPL
How to apply for CHIP in Alaska
- Combined Medicaid+CHIP application via healthcare.gov
- Alaska state application (some states have own portal)
- By phone: 1-877-KIDS-NOW (1-877-543-7669)
How to apply for CHIP in Alaska
- Visit Healthcare.gov or Alaska’s Medicaid/CHIP portal
- Complete the application — ONE application covers both Medicaid AND CHIP automatically
- Alaska determines if your child qualifies for one or the other
Typical coverage
CHIP covers: doctor visits, vaccines, hospitalization, dental, vision, prescriptions, mental health.
Income limits
Generally 200-300% federal poverty level. For family of 4: ~$60,000-$90,000/year.
Costs
CHIP has very low co-pays (sometimes $0) and low monthly premiums ($0-$50/month).
Related
Last verified: 2026-06-15.
Related procedural information
- Federal benefits eligibility by immigration status — who qualifies for what
- Find legal aid in your state — public-benefits appeals
- ITIN for tax-funded benefits — eligibility requires SSN or ITIN
- Consulate of your country — many offer financial-assistance referrals
- Know Your Rights — public-benefits enrollment — agency confidentiality limits