May 2026

As temperatures rise across Arizona, so do utility costs. For many families, especially those already managing tight household budgets, paying for electricity to keep their homes cool can become a real hardship. Power AZ is a utility assistance program designed to help eligible Arizona households pay their heating and cooling bills and avoid service interruptions.

What Is Power AZ?

Power AZ is a utility assistance program administered by the Arizona Department of Economic Security. Alongside the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as LIHEAP, Power AZ helps qualifying households cover energy-related utility costs. Families may be eligible for either Power AZ or LIHEAP based on their income, but they cannot receive benefits from both programs during the same one-year eligibility period.

Who Is Eligible?

Households may qualify for Power AZ if their income is at or below 100 percent of the State Median Income. For example, this currently equals $8,998 per month for a household of four. In addition to income requirements, households must demonstrate a need for assistance paying energy-related utilities and meet citizenship or immigration requirements.

What Benefits Are Available?

Eligible households can receive meaningful financial support to help offset utility costs. Standard assistance ranges up to $640 within a 12-month period. Families experiencing an energy-related emergency, such as a shutoff notice, may also qualify for an additional one-time crisis benefit of up to $500. In most cases, payments are made directly to the household’s utility provider.

How to Apply

Applications for Power AZ can be completed online through the A to Z Arizona benefits portal. Households should select “Housing and Energy” to get started. Paper applications are also available for those who prefer or need them. Applicants will be asked to provide documentation including a current utility bill, photo identification, proof of income, citizenship or immigration documentation, and a disconnection notice if applicable.

What Happens After Applying?

Once an application is submitted, the household will be evaluated for eligibility for either Power AZ or LIHEAP based on income and other program criteria. Benefit amounts are determined by factors such as household income and energy usage.

Help Spread the Word

Power AZ expands access to utility assistance for families across Arizona, helping them stay safe and stable in their homes during extreme heat and cold. Sharing information about this program can make a real difference for families who may be struggling to keep up with rising energy costs.

For more information or to apply, visit AtoZ.az.gov or des.az.gov/liheap. Information is available in both English and Spanish, and assistance is offered statewide.