According to Vibes.okdiario, Most states have already delivered their monthly SNAP payments for October, leaving millions of Americans eagerly awaiting their Food Stamps. While the maximum payment for a household of eight is $1,756 after the recent Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) in the contiguous 48 states, some areas like Alaska are set to provide even higher benefits.
Enhanced Payments in High-Cost Areas
In addition to Alaska, states and territories such as Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands will distribute more substantial payments due to their elevated cost of living. However, the recent COLA has not benefitted recipients in Hawaii, as they faced a reduction instead. This has led many to view the new 2025 COLA as a disappointment.
Upcoming SNAP Payments After Halloween
Payment dates for SNAP benefits vary by location, so your disbursement may arrive earlier or later in the month depending on where you live. For instance, Alaskans will receive their funds on the first of the month, while Florida and Texas will continue sending benefits until the 28th. Below is a breakdown of SNAP payment schedules by state:
State-by-State Payment Schedule
- 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: Payments 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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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 Benefits for Households
In the 48 contiguous states, the largest SNAP benefits will be found in Alaska, where a family of eight can receive $3,516 if they reside in a Rural 2 area and qualify for the full amount. Following Alaska, Hawaii offers the next largest payments at up to $3,102 for a household of eight. Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands also rank high, providing up to $2,588 and $2,257, respectively.
SNAP Benefit Amounts by Household Size
Here’s a quick look at the maximum SNAP benefits based on household size:
- 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
Stay informed about your SNAP payments and ensure you’re prepared for the upcoming month.
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