Fair Fares NYC - Growing Up NYC

Fair Fares NYC helps low-income New Yorkers save 50% on public transportation including subway fares, eligible bus fares, and Access-A-Ride paratransit trips.

Options for subways and buses include Pay-Per-Ride, 7-Day (Weekly), and 30-Day (Monthly) Unlimited Ride.
Access-A-Ride customers do not use a Fair Fares NYC MetroCard. Instead, their discounts are applied automatically.
You should get a Fair Fares NYC MetroCard in the mail within three weeks if your application is approved.

Who is eligible

You may be eligible if you answer yes to these questions:

Do you live in New York City?
Are you 18-64 years old?
Do you have a household income at or below these amounts?

Family size	Yearly income	Monthly income	Weekly income
1	$14,580	$1,215	$280
2	$19,720	$1,643	$379
3	$24,860	$2,072	$478
4	$30,000	$2,500	$577
5	$35,140	$2,928	$676
6	$40,280	$3,357	$774
7	$45,420	$3,785	$873
8	$50,560	$4,213	$972
For each additional person, add:	$5,140	$428	$99

What you need to apply

You will need documents that prove your identity, age, residency, and income. See the Fair Fares NYC List of Suggested Documentation.

How to apply

Apply online at nyc.gov/fairfares and then download the ACCESS HRA mobile app to submit required documents.
Apply in person at a Fair Fares NYC office.

How to get help

Visit the Fair Fares NYC website for more information about the program.
Call 311 if you need help or have any questions about the Fair Fares NYC program.