Am I Eligible?

The following requirements may help you determine if you are likely-eligible for SNAP benefits. 

General Requirements:

  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or have another eligible immigration status. International students are not eligible for SNAP/FNS.
  • Applicants must meet residency requirements.
  • Applicants must have a monthly income equal to or below the SNAP/FNS program limits.

Income Limits:

All households must meet an income test to receive benefits, and the income limits vary by household size. Eligibility workers at your local county Department of Social Services (DSS) will help you determine which income limit applies to your household. Eligibility workers will also evaluate other criteria, such as household composition, resources, and citizenship/immigration status to determine eligibility.

If your household meets the gross income limits below, you may be eligible for SNAP/FNS.

SNAP/FNS income limits effective October 1, 2026-September 30, 2027

Number of People in Household Maximum Gross Monthly Income (200%)* Maximum Benefit Amount**
1 $2,660 $306
2 $3,608 $562
3 $4,554 $808
4 $5,500 $1,023
5 $6,448 $1,217
6 $7,394 $1,463
7 $8,340 $1,616
8 $9,288 $1,841
Each Additional Member +$948 +$225

* Some individuals must meet standard gross income limits (130%), and DSS will make this determination.

**SNAP allotment will not exceed this dollar amount, but may fall below it.

Student Requirements (to be updated for FY2027):

**New guidelines coming soon.

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