TANF Benefit Calculation 400-19-110

 

TANF Standard of Need 400-19-110-05

(Revised 8/1/2023 ML #3740)

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(N.D.A.C. 75-02-01.2-35)

 

TANF uses a standardized and simplified method for determining need. The TANF Basic Standard of Need is applied to all households. The six basic items of need, which represent 100% of the TANF Basic Standard of Need as currently defined by the department, are:

• Shelter;
• Food;
• Clothing;
• Personal needs (e.g. combs, toothbrushes, razor blades, sanitary supplies, and haircuts);
• Household supplies (e.g. cooking utensils, laundry, bedding, and towels); and
• Fuel and utilities.

 

TANF BASIC STANDARD OF NEED CHART

 

No. of Care Takers	Number of Children
	0	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
0	0	332	486	632	786	932	1086	1234	1386	1534	1686
1	474	670	872	1066	1264	1462	1660	1858	2056	2254	2450
2	670	872	1066	1264	1462	1660	1858	2056	2254	2450	2650