The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), popularly known as Food Stamps, is essential to more than 42 million Americans, helping low-income households purchase nutritious foods. Administered by the USDA, SNAP provides food insecurity for millions, especially around the holidays when expenses increase.
SNAP offers monthly benefits through an EBT card, used to purchase eligible food. Each state has its own payment schedule, and recipients must be informed to effectively manage their budgets. Payment dates for December 2024 have been published, allowing beneficiaries to plan. The schedule varies by state, often based on case or Social Security number (SSN).
SNAP Benefit Payment Dates for December 2024
SNAP benefits are distributed monthly through an EBT card, similar to a debit card, allowing recipients to purchase eligible food items. Each state follows its specific schedule, and payments are typically made throughout the month based on factors such as social security number (SSN) or case number.
In December 2024, the schedule varies by state, but seeks to ensure that all qualified people receive their benefits on time. Payment dates for each state are detailed below to help recipients better plan and manage their monthly budget.
- Alabama December 4 to 23
- Alaska December 1
- Arizona December 1 to 13
- Arkansas From December 4 to 13
- California December 1 to 10
- Colorado December 1 to 10
- Connecticut December 1-3
- Delaware December 2 to 23
- Columbia December 1 to 10
- Florida December 1 to 28
- Georgia December 5 to 23
- Hawai December 3 to 5
- Idaho December 1 to 10
- Illinois December 1 to 10
- Indiana December 5 to 23
- Iowa December 1 to 10
- Kentucky December 1 to 19
- Louisiana December 1 to 23
- Maine From December 10 to 14
- Maryland December 4 to 23
- Massachusetts December 1 to 14
- Michigan December 3 to 21
- Minnesota From December 4 to 13
- Mississippi From December 4 to 21
- Measurements December 1 to 22
- Nevada December 1 to 10
- New Jersey December 1 to 5
- New York December 1 to 9
- North Carolina December 3-21
- Ohio December 2 to 20
- Pennsylvania December 3-14
- South Carolina December 1 to 10
- Tennessee December 1 to 20
- Texas December 1 to 28
- Virginia December 1 to 7
- Washington December 1-20
- West Virginia December 1 to 9
- Wisconsin December 1 to 15
- Wyoming December 1-4
Please note that these dates may be subject to change based on state administration procedures, but this table serves as a planning guide. So that beneficiaries can help themselves and easily locate the date they will receive their benefits.