Muscatine

Local offices in Muscatine

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office

  Muscatine County Department of Health and Human Services

  315 Iowa Street, Suite 2, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Public benefitsVisit the local HHS office for help with state benefit programs, including SNAP, cash, and child care assistance.Apply online
  Call 563-263-9302DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Iowa

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsResidents can contact 211 to find local food, housing, utility, health, and other support services.Apply online
  Call 800-244-7431Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211iowa.org

• Housing help · City office

  Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency

  215 Sycamore Street, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing or rental assistance and ask about housing program requirements.Apply online
  Call 563-264-1554DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatineiowa.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Muscatine Power and Water

  3205 Cedar Street, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Utility bills and payment helpPay utility bills, ask billing questions, or discuss payment arrangements with customer service.Read more
  Call 563-263-2631DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mpw.org

• Local office · City office

  Muscatine City Hall

  215 Sycamore Street, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • City services and informationVisit City Hall to get help with city departments, records, and services.
  Call 563-264-1550DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatineiowa.gov

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Muscatine Senior Center

  1808 Mulberry Avenue, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Senior activities and wellnessOlder adults can join social, exercise, leisure, and wellness activities.
  Call 563-263-7292DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatineseniorresources.org

• State office

  Iowa DOT Muscatine Driver's License Service Center

  431 Lake Park Boulevard, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Driver's licenses and state IDsResidents can apply for or renew an Iowa driver's license or state identification card.Apply online
  Call 515-244-8725DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on iowadot.gov

• Library · City office

  Musser Public Library and HNI Community Center

  408 East 2nd Street, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, use public computers, or connect to free Wi-Fi.
  • Community centerVisit the shared library and community center for community activities and gathering space.
  Call 563-263-3065DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatineiowa.gov

City of Muscatine website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Muscatine

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Muscatine County

Muscatine is in Muscatine County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Muscatine County Community Services

  315 Iowa Ave., Suite 1, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • General AssistanceEligible county residents can apply for help with urgent expenses such as rent, utilities, food, or clothing.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 563-263-7512DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatinecountyiowa.gov

• State office

  Muscatine County HHS Office

  315 Iowa Ave., Suite 2, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Benefits assistanceResidents can get help with applications for state assistance programs at the local HHS office.Apply online
  Call 563-263-9302DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.iowa.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Muscatine WIC Clinic

  1507 Plaza Place, Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children can get nutrition support through WIC.
  Call 563-283-6030DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caofseia.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action of Eastern Iowa, Muscatine County Office

  1903 Park Ave., Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Community assistance programsResidents can ask about help with energy bills, weatherization, food, crisis needs, and other family support programs.
  Call 563-324-3236DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on iowacommunityaction.org

• Housing help · City office

  Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency

  215 Sycamore St., Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceResidents can apply for public housing and housing assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 563-264-1554DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatineiowa.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Trinity Muscatine Public Health

  1609 Cedar St., Muscatine, IA 52761

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can get immunizations, communicable disease services, lead screening, and other community health services.
  Call 563-264-9140DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on muscatinecountyiowa.gov

Everything in Muscatine County

Iowa programs by kind of help

These are run by Iowa and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026