Every month, eligible individuals throughout the United States receive their benefit payments from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. These payments play a vital role for individuals in the U.S. who have limited or no income, assisting them in fulfilling their essential dietary requirements. These advantages are delivered via electronic benefit transfer cards, operating like debit cards, and can be utilized at various participating stores across the country. While federal funds are designated for these payments, the management falls under the jurisdiction of specific state or county agencies.
In October 2024, beneficiaries will receive their SNAP benefit payments staggered. Here are the expected payment dates for each state:
| State | Payment Dates |
|---|---|
| Alabama | October 4 to 23 |
| Alaska | October 1 |
| Arizona | October 1 to 13 |
| Arkansas | October 4 to 13 |
| California | October 1 to 10 |
| Colorado | October 1 to 10 |
| Connecticut | October 1 to 3 |
| Delaware | October 2 to 23 |
| District of Columbia | October 1 to 10 |
| Florida | October 1 to 28 |
| Georgia | October 5 to 23 |
| Guam | October 1 to 10 |
| Hawaii | October 3 to 5 |
| Idaho | October 1 to 10 |
| Illinois | October 1 to 20 |
| Indiana | October 5 to 23 |
| Iowa | October 1 to 10 |
| Kansas | October 1 to 10 |
| Kentucky | October 1 to 19 |
| Louisiana | October 1 to 23 |
| Maine | October 10 to 14 |
| Maryland | October 4 to 23 |
| Massachusetts | October 1 to 14 |
| Michigan | October 3 to 21 |
| Minnesota | October 4 to 13 |
| Mississippi | October 4 to 21 |
| Missouri | October 1 to 22 |
| Montana | October 2 to 6 |
| Nebraska | October 1 to 5 |
| Nevada | October 1 to 10 |
| New Hampshire | October 5 |
| New Jersey | October 1 to 5 |
| New Mexico | October 1 to 20 |
| New York | October 1 to 9 |
| North Carolina | October 3 to 21 |
| North Dakota | October 1 |
| Ohio | October 2 to 20 |
| Oklahoma | October 1 to 10 |
| Oregon | October 1 to 9 |
| Pennsylvania | October 3 to 14 |
| Puerto Rico | October 4 to 22 |
| Rhode Island | October 1 |
| South Carolina | October 1 to 19 |
| South Dakota | October 10 |
| Tennessee | October 1 to 20 |
| Texas | October 1 to 28 |
| Utah | October 5, 11, and 15 |
| Vermont | October 1 |
| Virgin Islands | October 1 |
| Virginia | October 1 to 7 |
| Washington | October 1 to 20 |
| West Virginia | October 1 to 9 |
| Wisconsin | October 1 to 15 |
| Wyoming | October 1 to 4 |
In October, qualifying households will be granted SNAP benefit payments amounting to $1,800. The benefits offered vary based on household size and are updated each year to reflect changes in the cost of living. The benefit amounts for October 2024 are as follows:
- 1 person: $292
- 2 people: $536
- 3 people: $768
- 4 people: $975
- 5 people: $1,158
- 6 people: $1,390
- 7 people: $1,536
- 8 people: $1,756
- Each additional person: $220
Even those without a permanent address may still be eligible for SNAP benefits, provided they fulfill specific requirements. The initiative provides assistance to individuals who might be without stable housing or residing in transitional living situations.
To find comprehensive details regarding the SNAP payment timeline in your area or to verify eligibility criteria, please head over to the USDA’s official website.