South Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Department of Health (SD)
What is South Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
South Dakota WIC is a public health nutrition program that provides information on healthy eating and breastfeeding, referrals to healthcare and other services, and nutritious foods to supplement diets for income-eligible women who are pregnant or post-partum, infants and children up to age five. South Dakota WIC is here to serve those in need throughout the state by offering:
- Nutrition education to help South Dakotans make healthy eating choices
- Breastfeeding education for expectant and new mothers looking to learn more about their infant nutrition options
- Referrals to set low-income families up with quality medical care
- Food benefits to help budget-constrained families purchase nutritious groceries at nearly 200 participating businesses statewide
Administration
South Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is administered by Department of Health (SD).
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-05-01
Pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women; infants; and children up to age five are eligible. They must:
- meet income guidelines; and
- live in South Dakota; and
- be individually determined to be at “nutritional risk” by a health professional.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $27,861 |
| 2 | $37,814 |
| 3 | $47,767 |
| 4 | $57,720 |
| 5 | $67,673 |
| 6 | $77,626 |
| 7 | $87,579 |
| 8 | $97,532 |
For more on eligibility requirements, please visit the South Dakota WIC website.
Application Details
What is the application process for South Dakota Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you. You can find a list of local offices on the South Dakota Department of Health website, or on the South Dakota WIC website.
Contact Info
1-800-738-2301