Today marks the last day of distribution of SNAP benefit payments in one state, according to the established local calendar, while eight more states will continue their distribution for several additional days.
A small handful of states are processing SNAP benefits of up to $1,751 for January 2025. Check your specific dates if you haven’t yet received your food assistance for this month because they could arrive this week or even next week.
SNAP benefits still distributed in 8 states
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) operates a payment schedule that varies by state, depending on the number of beneficiaries and local administrative structures. Distribution methods and deadlines differ significantly between states, adjusted to the realities of each place and their institutional structures. Some complete all benefit distributions in a single day, while others can take up to 28 days.
As of this time in January, most states have finalized the distribution of their SNAP benefits. However, a total of nine states are still in the process of sending benefits. The distribution dates for these states are as follows:
- 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 (schedule ends today)
- Puerto Rico: Until January 22
- Texas: Until January 28
Except Puerto Rico, the states mentioned are part of the 48 contiguous states that share the same maximum benefit levels. Territories such as Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands have different figures due to higher costs of living.
SNAP Benefit Maximums for 2025 (Applicable in the 48 Contiguous States and D.C.)
In 2025, the maximum amount a household can receive is subject to specific criteria, including household size. The actual amount of benefits allocated to each household is calculated based on factors such as number of members, total income, and assets.
For 2025, the maximum SNAP benefits for the lower 48 states and the District of Columbia, based on household size, are as follows:
- 1-member household: $291
- Household of 2 members: $535
- Household of 3 members: $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
Keep in mind that the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), which finances and oversees the distribution of benefits, every year updates the income limit that an applicant household can have to be considered eligible. For example, a single-member household must have a gross monthly income of no more than $2,005, while the limit for a two-member household is $2,712.
Check with your local SNAP office before applying (or recertifying your benefits, a requirement periodically required for all program participants) to define if you meet the income limit requirements.
