The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment schedule varies by state, depending on the number of beneficiaries and local institutional structure. The distribution of SNAP benefits varies across states. Some states provide all benefits on the same day, while others may take up to 28 days to complete the distribution of funds.
In 2025, the maximum amount a household can receive is adjusted based on various factors, including family size. The amount allocated to each household depends on the number of members, income, and assets.
States that still distribute SNAP benefits in January 2025
At this point in January, most states have finished distributing their SNAP benefits. However, nine states are still in the process of sending their shipments. Benefits are delivered in these states on the following dates:
- Florida: Until January 28.
- Indiana: Until January 23.
- Louisiana: Until January 23.
- Maryland: Until January 23.
- Mississippi: Until January 21.
- Missouri: Until January 22.
- Ohio: Until January 20.
- Puerto Rico: Until January 22.
- Texas: Until January 28.
Except for Puerto Rico, the states mentioned are among the 48 contiguous states that have the same maximum benefit levels. In contrast, territories such as Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands have different figures due to higher living costs.
SNAP Maximums for 2025 (valid in the lower 48 states and DC)
For the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia, SNAP benefit maximums for 2025, based on in the size of the home, they are the following:
- 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 limits have also been adjusted to reflect the impact of inflation. A single-member household’s monthly income cannot exceed $2,005, while a two-member household’s limit is $2,712.
SNAP Requirements to Be Eligible in 2025
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income families and individuals by calculating benefits based on income and necessary expenses. For tax year 2025, a family of three’s gross monthly income must not exceed $2,798 (130% of the poverty line), with asset limits of $3,000 or $4,500 based on household composition.
Benefits are adjusted to reflect standard deductions such as work and dependent care expenses. Households without net income receive the most benefits, while those with net income spend 30% of their income on food. A family of three with a net income of $600 would receive $588 per month.
Not everyone is eligible for SNAP, including undocumented immigrants, students, and those with felony convictions. Adults without dependents are limited to three months of benefits every three years if they do not meet work requirements, with exceptions for veterans, the homeless, and other groups.
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