EBT Benefits SNAP 2025

Each state has its own payment schedule: check key dates and maximum amounts for 2025

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), vital for millions of households in the United States, is about to reset its distribution schedule. Starting from April 1, 2025, beneficiaries will begin receiving their payments, although the exact date will depend on the state they reside in.

This program, which provides food assistance to more than 40 million people every month, adjusts its payments according to each state's rules, economic factors such as unemployment, and changes in eligibility requirements imposed by the government.

Key dates: When will you receive your SNAP payment in April?

Each state sets its own distribution schedule. Some start payments on April 1, while others extend them over several weeks. Below is the complete list by state:

• Alabama: April 4-23
• Alaska: April 1
• Arizona: April 1-13
• Arkansas: April 4-13
• California: April 1-10
• North Carolina: April 3-21
• South Carolina: April 1-19
• Colorado: April 1-10
• Connecticut: April 1-3
• North Dakota: April 1
• South Dakota: April 10-14
• Delaware: April 2-23
• District of Columbia (DC): April 1-10
• Florida: April 1-28
• Georgia: April 5-23
• Guam: April 1-10
• Hawaii: April 3-5
• Idaho: April 1-10
• Illinois: April 1-20
• Indiana: April 5-23
• Iowa: April 1-10

Maximum SNAP amounts in 2025: How much could you receive?

Benefits vary based on income, household size, and basic expenses. Below are the maximum amounts according to the number of household members:

• 1 person: $292
• 2 people: $536
• 3 people: $766
• 4 people: $973
• 5 people: $1,155
• 6 people: $1,386
• 7 people: $1,532
• 8 people: $1,751
• Each additional person: + $219

Check your state and don't miss your payment

If you are a SNAP beneficiary, check your state's payment schedule to ensure you receive your assistance on time. Stay informed about possible changes in rules and amounts to avoid missing this essential support.