August SNAP Benefit Distribution Dates Released for Each State

In August, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries will receive their monthly payments, but the disbursement dates vary by state. 

Commonly referred to as food stamps, SNAP offers essential financial assistance each month to low-income households throughout the United States, including all 50 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. territories.

The funds are distributed through electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards, accepted by numerous participating stores. While SNAP benefits are funded by the federal government, state governments are in charge of administering and dispersing these benefits. 

Consequently, the payment schedule for SNAP benefits varies from one state to another, and not every recipient will receive their assistance on the same day.

In some states, the payout date hinges on specific criteria such as the last digit of the recipient's case number. 

For example, recipients in California with a case number ending in 01 might receive their benefits earlier in the month compared to those whose case number ends in 99. 

Meanwhile, Connecticut and Delaware distribute benefits based on the first letter of the recipients' last names. Contrarily, states like Alaska and South Dakota disburse SNAP payments all on one set day.

Below is a concise summary of the expected SNAP benefit distribution dates for each state and territory in August:
 

• Alabama: August 4 to 23
• Alaska: August 1
• Arizona: August 1 to 13
• Arkansas: August 4 to 13
• California: August 1 to 10
• Colorado: August 1 to 10
• Connecticut: August 1 to 3
• Delaware: August 2 to 23
• District of Columbia: August 1 to 10
• Florida: August 1 to 28
• Georgia: August 5 to 23
• Guam: August 1 to 10
• Hawaii: August 3 to 5
• Idaho: August 1 to 10
• Illinois: August 1 to 20
• Indiana: August 5 to 23
• Iowa: August 1 to 10
• Kansas: August 1 to 10
• Kentucky: August 1 to 19
• Louisiana: August 1 to 23
• Maine: August 10 to 14
• Maryland: August 4 to 23
• Massachusetts: August 1 to 14
• Michigan: August 3 to 21
• Minnesota: August 4 to 13
• Mississippi: August 4 to 21
• Missouri: August 1 to 22
• Montana: August 2 to 6
• Nebraska: August 1 to 5
• Nevada: August 1 to 10
• New Hampshire: August 5
• New Jersey: August 1 to 5
• New Mexico: August 1 to 20
• New York: August 1 to 9
• North Carolina: August 3 to 21
• North Dakota: August 1
• Ohio: August 2 to 20
• Oklahoma: August 1 to 10
• Oregon: August 1 to 9
• Pennsylvania: August 3 to 14
• Puerto Rico: August 4 to August 22
• Rhode Island: August 1
• South Carolina: August 1 to 19
• South Dakota: August 10
• Tennessee: August 1 to 20
• Texas: August 1 to 28
• Utah: August 5, 11 and 15
• Virgin Islands: August 1
• Vermont: August 1
• Virginia: August 1 to 7
• Washington: August 1 to 20
• West Virginia: August 1 to 9
• Wisconsin: August 1 to 15
• Wyoming: August 1 to 4

Additionally, some households with qualifying children in certain states will receive extra SNAP payments over the summer to offset the increased grocery expenses during school vacation.

In response to food losses resulting from the recent Hurricane Beryl, the state of Texas is extending eligibility for replacement benefits to affected individuals.

Check Out: Texas Offers Relief To SNAP And WIC Recipients Affected By Hurricane Beryl

This state-specific distribution approach underscores the program's commitment to adapting to the diverse needs of its beneficiaries. It enables a tailored response to varying logistical and administrative capabilities across different regions. 

Recipients are encouraged to stay abreast of their specific state’s distribution schedule to efficiently plan their monthly budgets and ensure food security for their households.

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