Millions of Americans rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to meet their basic food needs, especially in tough economic times. The program provides monthly payments to low-income households to help ensure they can put food on the table.
While SNAP follows federal guidelines, each state, as well as territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and American Samoa, manages its own version of the program. This means that the distribution dates can vary based on local rules, holidays, and even the recipient’s case number.
Upcoming SNAP Distribution Dates
From July 12 to July 19, 2025, at least 28 states and territories are set to distribute some or all of their SNAP benefits. The exact distribution date can depend on a variety of factors, including the beneficiary’s case number, last name initial, and any local adjustments.
Therefore, always check your state’s official schedule through the EBT portal or call your local social assistance agency directly to confirm your specific payment date.
Here’s a list of states and territories expected to distribute SNAP benefits between July 12 and July 19, 2025:
Alabama (July 4-23)
Arizona (July 1-13, including July 12 and 13)
Arkansas (July 4-13, including July 12 and 13)
Delaware (July 2-23)
Florida (July 1-28)
Georgia (July 5-23)
Illinois (July 1-20)
Indiana (July 5-23)
Kentucky (July 1-19)
Louisiana (July 1-23)
Maine (July 10-14)
Maryland (July 4-23)
Massachusetts (July 1-14, including July 12-14)
Michigan (July 3-21)
Minnesota (July 4-13, including July 12 and 13)
Mississippi (July 4-21)
Missouri (July 1-22)
New Mexico (July 1-20)
North Carolina (July 3-21)
Ohio (July 2-20)
Pennsylvania (July 3-14)
Puerto Rico (July 4-22)
South Carolina (July 1-19)
Tennessee (July 1-20)
Texas (July 1-28)
Utah (July 5, 11, and 15; July 15 falls within the range)
Washington (July 1-20)
Wisconsin (July 1-15, including July 12-15)
Federal SNAP Benefits Cap: $1,756 for Large Families
The USDA and Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) report that the maximum monthly federal benefit for an eight-person household (in the 48 contiguous states and D.C.) is set at $1,756 for 2025. This figure represents the maximum aid limit for basic food needs under the program.
Here’s a breakdown of the maximum benefits based on household size:
1 person: $291
2 people: $535
3 people: $766
4 people: $973
5 people: $1,155
6 people: $1,386
7 people: $1,532
8 people: $1,756
These amounts increase for households in Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to their higher cost of living, but $1,756 is the benchmark for most mainland states.
