SNAP Payments – Final Disbursements Before 2025 COLA Increase for Food Stamp Recipients

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as Food Stamps, helps low-income individuals and families across the United States by providing financial assistance to purchase groceries. While it’s a federally funded program, each state manages the distribution and application processes.

If you haven’t yet received your September payment, don’t worry. Some states are still distributing funds throughout the month. Below, we’ll break down the schedule for the states still sending out payments in September and provide key details about eligibility and payment amounts.

SNAP Payments

For those who are still awaiting their September SNAP benefits, here’s a list of states with pending payouts:

• Alabama: September 4-23
• Arizona: September 1-13
• Arkansas: September 4-13
• Delaware: September 2-23
• Florida: September 1-28
• Georgia: September 5-23
• Indiana: September 5-23
• Kentucky: September 1-19
• Louisiana: September 1-23
• Maine: September 10-14
• Maryland: September 4-23
• Massachusetts: September 1-14
• Michigan: September 3-21
• Minnesota: September 4-13
• Mississippi: September 4-21
• Missouri: September 1-22
• New Mexico: September 1-20
• North Carolina: September 3-21
• Ohio: September 2-20
• Tennessee: September 1-20
• Texas: September 1-28
• Utah: September 11 and 15
• Washington: September 1-20
• Wisconsin: September 1-15

If your state is not listed above, you’ve likely already received your September payment. You can check your EBT balance to confirm your available funds and plan your grocery shopping accordingly.

Eligibility

The schedule for receiving your SNAP benefits can vary based on the state you live in. In many states, your payment date is determined by factors such as your Social Security Number (SSN) or case number. Let’s look at Wisconsin as an example: if your SSN’s eighth digit is 6, your benefits will be issued on September 11. If it’s 7, you’ll get your payment on September 12, and if it’s 8 or 9, your funds will be available on the 14th or 15th, respectively.

For more information about your state’s specific SNAP payout dates, you can visit the official USDA website, which provides a detailed breakdown of issuance schedules for every state: USDA SNAP Issuance Schedule.

Payment Amounts

The amount of SNAP benefits you receive depends on several factors, including your household size, income, and other financial resources. The maximum SNAP benefits before the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) are as follows:

Each additional household member adds around $219 to the monthly benefit. For example, a household with 8 people could receive up to $1,751 a month to help with grocery purchases. Keep in mind that these amounts may change after the 2025 COLA adjustment, as inflation and cost of living are factored into the benefits calculation.

SNAP Benefits

If you rely on SNAP, managing your benefits wisely is essential. Since payments are distributed monthly, it’s helpful to budget carefully and spread out your grocery purchases to ensure the funds last until your next payday.

To monitor your benefits, you can check your balance on your EBT card by visiting your state’s SNAP portal or calling the number on the back of your EBT card. If you haven’t received your payment on the expected date, it’s also a good idea to double-check your eligibility and ensure that your case information is up to date.

Whether you’re waiting for your September SNAP payment or planning for future months, addressing your payment schedule and amounts is crucial to making the most of your benefits.

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