Eligible families in the U.S. are set to receive their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits for November 2024. For a family of five, the maximum benefit could reach $1,158, provided they qualify without any reductions. On average, similar households typically receive around $845.
These benefits play a crucial role in helping families afford nutritious food. Below, we outline the eligibility requirements, payment schedules, and recent changes in SNAP amounts.
Eligibility for SNAP Benefits
To qualify for SNAP, families must meet specific criteria set by the USDA and its Food and Nutrition Service:
- Income and Resource Limits: Households must have income below certain federal thresholds, which differ based on family size and state. There are also asset limits, although some resources may be exempt.
- Application Process: Families must submit an application, which the SNAP office will review for approval if all conditions are satisfied.
Many eligible individuals have not yet applied, so it’s advisable to check your eligibility, especially given the current inflation affecting food prices.
November 2024 SNAP Payment Schedule
The dates for SNAP payments vary by state, with most benefits being distributed between the 1st and 28th of the month. While some states, like Alaska, have a single payment day, others spread payments across multiple days based on recipients’ identification numbers or last names.
Payment Dates by State:
- 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: First 10 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
- Guam: November 1 to 10
- Puerto Rico: November 4 to 22
- District of Columbia: November 1 to 10
- U.S. Virgin Islands: November 1
SNAP Benefit Amounts for November
The SNAP benefits for November reflect the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase, with slight adjustments since October. Here’s a breakdown of the maximum monthly payments:
- Individuals: Up to $292 (a small increase from $291)
- Families of 4: Up to $975
- Families of 5: Up to $1,158
- Families of 8: Up to $1,756
These figures represent the maximum possible benefit; actual payments will depend on household income and resources.
Compatibility with Other Benefits
SNAP benefits can be combined with Social Security retirement, SSDI, and SSI, offering additional financial support to qualifying individuals.
SNAP is an essential lifeline for millions of families each month. Being aware of your payment schedule and benefit amount can assist in effective budgeting, ensuring access to nutritious food and alleviating the financial strain of grocery costs in November.
