SNAP Benefits Update: Up to $948 in Food Stamps for Eligible Couples This Month
According to Vibes.okdiario, The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, offers varying benefit amounts based on the state or U.S. territory of residence. In Hawaii, SNAP payments are among the highest in the nation, second only to Alaska. As November approaches, recipients in Hawaii can anticipate their upcoming payday.
November SNAP Payment Dates in Hawaii
SNAP payments for eligible couples and households of two in Hawaii will be distributed on November 3. This will be the first payday for food stamps in the month. Following that, the second and final payday for Hawaii recipients will occur on November 5.
Payment Schedule by Last Name
The distribution of food stamp payments in Hawaii is organized by the first letter of the recipient’s last name. Payments on November 3 will go to those whose last names begin with letters A-I. For recipients with last names starting with letters J-Z, their payments will be processed on November 5.
Eligibility and Maximum Benefit Amounts
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), individuals receiving a combination of SNAP and cash benefits will see their cash deposits made on the first day of the month. The next cash direct deposit for these recipients is scheduled for December 1, 2024.
In Hawaii, eligible couples can receive a maximum of $948 in SNAP benefits, which is significantly higher than the maximum of $536 typically available in most of the contiguous United States. Below are the maximum benefit amounts for different household sizes in Hawaii:
| Household Size | Maximum Food Stamp Amount |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $517 |
| 2 people | $948 |
| 3 people | $1,357 |
| 4 people | $1,723 |
| 5 people | $2,046 |
| 6 people | $2,456 |
| 7 people | $2,714 |
| 8 people | $3,102 |
| Each additional person | $38 |
Other SNAP Payment Schedules Across the U.S.
While Hawaii has its specific schedule, several states have their own SNAP paydays. For instance, states like Alaska, Vermont, Rhode Island, and North Dakota distributed all food stamps on November 1, 2024. Below is a summary of SNAP payment dates for various states:
- Alabama: November 4 to 23
- 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
- Ohio: November 2 to 20
- Oklahoma: November 1 to 10
- Oregon: November 1 to 9
- Pennsylvania: Over the first 10 business days
- 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
- 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
- Guam: November 1 to 10
- Puerto Rico: November 4 to 22
- District of Columbia: November 1 to 10
As recipients in Hawaii prepare for their SNAP payments, it’s essential to stay informed about eligibility requirements and the specific payment schedule for your household.
