Food Stamps Update: SNAP Payments Up to $3,516 Coming Soon—November Paydays Explained
According to Vibes.okdiario, Most states have already disbursed their monthly SNAP payments for October, and millions of Americans are eagerly awaiting their food stamps. The maximum benefit amount for a household of eight is $1,756 after the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in the contiguous United States, with Alaska offering the highest payments.
State Variations in SNAP Benefits
While Alaska leads in SNAP payment amounts, other regions such as Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands also provide higher benefits due to their elevated cost of living. However, recipients in Hawaii faced a reduction in their payments rather than an increase, making the upcoming 2025 COLA a disappointment for many.
New SNAP Payment Schedule for November
SNAP payment dates vary by state, meaning the timing of food stamp disbursements can differ significantly. Here’s a breakdown of when you can expect your benefits:
- Alabama: November 4 to 23
- Alaska: November 1
- Arizona: November 1 to 13
- Arkansas: November 4 to 13
- California: November 1 to 10
- Colorado: November 1 to 10
- Connecticut: November 1 to 3
- Delaware: November 2 to 23
- Florida: November 1 to 28
- Georgia: November 5 to 23
- Hawaii: November 3 to 5
- Idaho: November 1 to 10
- Illinois: November 1 to 10
- Indiana: November 5 to 23
- Iowa: November 1 to 10
- Kansas: November 1 to 10
- Kentucky: November 1 to 19
- Louisiana: November 1 to 23
- Maine: November 10 to 14
- Maryland: November 4 to 23
- Massachusetts: November 1 to 14
- Michigan: November 3 to 21
- Minnesota: November 4 to 13
- Mississippi: November 4 to 21
- Missouri: November 1 to 22
- Montana: November 2 to 6
- Nebraska: November 1 to 5
- Nevada: November 1 to 10
- New Hampshire: November 5
- New Jersey: November 1 to 5
- New Mexico: November 1 to 20
- New York: November 1 to 9
- North Carolina: November 3 to 21
- North Dakota: November 1
- Ohio: November 2 to 20
- Oklahoma: November 1 to 10
- Oregon: November 1 to 9
- Pennsylvania: Benefits will be sent over the first ten business days
- Rhode Island: November 1
- South Carolina: November 1 to 10
- South Dakota: November 10
- Tennessee: November 1 to 20
- Texas: November 1 to 28
- Utah: November 5, 11, and 15
- Vermont: November 1
- Virginia: November 1 to 7
- Washington: November 1 to 20
- West Virginia: November 1 to 9
- Wisconsin: November 1 to 15
- Wyoming: November 1 to 4
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SNAP Payments in D.C. and U.S. Territories
- Guam: November 1 to 10
- Puerto Rico: November 4 to 22
- District of Columbia: November 1 to 10
- U.S. Virgin Islands: November 1
Maximum SNAP Amounts in the 48 Contiguous States
The highest SNAP payments are issued in Alaska, where a family of eight can receive up to $3,516 in certain areas. Hawaii follows closely with a maximum of $3,102 for the same household size. Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands round out the top four, offering $2,588 and $2,257, respectively, for families of eight.
Maximum SNAP Benefits by Household Size
Here’s a quick reference for maximum SNAP amounts based on household size in the 48 contiguous states:
- 1 member: $292
- 2 members: $536
- 3 members: $768
- 4 members: $975
- 5 members: $1,158
- 6 members: $1,390
- 7 members: $1,536
- 8 members: $1,756
- Each additional member: $220
As the November payment dates approach, eligible households should ensure their information is updated to avoid any delays in receiving benefits.
