On January 22, one state will stop distributing SNAP benefits, while eight other states will continue processing payments for a few more days. This month has been crucial for many beneficiaries, as they can receive up to $1,751 in benefits by January 2025.
SNAP benefits are distributed according to a predetermined schedule that varies by state, so some jurisdictions have longer deadlines than others. As the end of January approaches, recipients should check their specific distribution dates to ensure they receive their food assistance on time.
States continuing SNAP distribution in January
As of now, the following states are still processing your SNAP benefits:
- Florida: Payments until January 28
- Texas: Payments until January 28
- Indiana: Payments until January 23
- Louisiana: Payments until January 23
- Maryland: Payments until January 23
- Mississippi: Payments until January 21
- Missouri: Payments until January 22
- Puerto Rico: Payments until January 22
Payment schedules vary due to differences in beneficiary numbers and administrative structures between states. Depending on the state, payments can be completed in a single day or take up to 28 days.
SNAP benefits and eligibility in 2025
By 2025, the maximum amount that a household can receive is determined by a number of factors, including its size. The maximum SNAP benefit amounts for families in the lower 48 states and the District of Columbia are as follows:
- 1-member household: $291
- 2-member household: $535
- 3-member household: $766
- Household of 4 members: $973
- Household of 5 members: $1,155
- Household of 6 members: $1,386
- Household of 7 members: $1,532
- Household of 8 members: $1,751
- For each additional person: Add $219
Income maximums allowed to qualify for SNAP benefits in 2025
To be eligible for SNAP, households’ gross monthly income (before deductions) must be at or below 130% of the poverty level.
For a family of three, the federal fiscal year 2025 poverty level is $2,152 per month, which equates to $33,576 annually or $2,798 per month at 130%. Furthermore, net income, which is income after deductions, must fall below the poverty line.
Families with members over 60 or disabled can have up to $4,500 in assets, while those without can have no more than $3,000. SNAP considers cash from all sources as income, including wages, Social Security, and child support.
Bank accounts and other resources that can be used to buy food are examples of assets, whereas most cars and housing are not.
Some are not eligible
Certain people, regardless of income or assets, are ineligible for SNAP, including those on strike, individuals without documented immigration status, some full-time students, and people with drug convictions in certain states.
Adults aged 18 to 54 without children or disabilities may only receive three months of benefits every three years unless they meet work requirements.
Since the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act of 1996, people aged 18 to 49 have had to meet additional requirements to remain eligible.
During the pandemic, these requirements were suspended but reinstated in 2023, allowing many participants to lose their benefits if they did not complete at least 20 hours of work or training per week. In October 2024, these requirements were expanded to adults up to age 54, with some exceptions for specific groups.
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