As of June 2025, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continues to provide vital food assistance to over 40 million Americans. This year brings significant updates, including increased benefit amounts and adjusted payment schedules, aimed at better supporting low-income households amidst rising living costs.
June 2025 SNAP Payment Schedule
SNAP benefits are distributed monthly, with exact dates varying by state. Distribution schedules are typically based on factors such as the last digits of Social Security Numbers (SSNs), case numbers, or birth dates. For instance:
- California: Payments are issued from the 1st to the 10th of each month, depending on case numbers.
- Texas: Benefits are distributed between the 1st and 28th, based on case numbers.
- New York: Disbursements occur from the 1st to the 9th, determined by the last digit of the SSN.
- Florida: Payments are made from the 1st to the 28th, based on case numbers.
To find the exact payment date for your state, visit your state’s SNAP agency website or contact their customer service.
Updated Maximum SNAP Benefit Amounts for 2025
Effective October 1, 2024, the USDA implemented a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) to SNAP benefits, reflecting inflation and increased food costs. The maximum monthly benefit amounts for households in the 48 contiguous states and Washington D.C. are as follows:
| Household Size | Maximum Monthly Benefit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $292 |
| 2 | $536 |
| 3 | $768 |
| 4 | $975 |
| 5 | $1,158 |
| 6 | $1,390 |
| 7 | $1,536 |
| 8 | $1,756 |
| Each Additional Person | +$220 |
Note: Benefit amounts are higher in Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to the higher cost of living in these areas.
Key Eligibility Criteria for SNAP in 2025
To qualify for SNAP benefits, applicants must meet specific criteria:
- Income Limits: Gross monthly income must be at or below 130% of the federal poverty level (FPL), and net income must be at or below 100% of the FPL.
- Resource Limits: Households without elderly or disabled members must have assets below $2,500, while those with such members must have assets below $3,750.
- Citizenship: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or qualified non-citizens.
- Work Requirements: Able-bodied adults aged 18–54 without dependents (ABAWDs) must work or participate in a work program for at least 80 hours per month, unless exempt due to factors such as pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or homelessness.
How SNAP Benefits Are Distributed
Approved SNAP recipients receive benefits through an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which functions like a debit card. These cards can be used to purchase eligible food items at authorized retailers, including grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
Important Reminders
- Application Process: To apply for SNAP benefits, contact your state’s SNAP office or apply online through their official website.
- Reporting Changes: Recipients must report any changes in income, household size, or other eligibility factors to their SNAP office promptly.
- Benefit Usage: SNAP benefits cannot be used to purchase non-food items, alcohol, tobacco, or hot prepared foods.