The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released important details regarding SNAP payments in Texas for October 2024. Due to the large number of recipients, SNAP payments are not sent out all on the same day. Payment schedules are based on eligibility factors like when you were certified and your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number.
In this guide, we’ll outline the remaining SNAP payments in Texas for October, including who is eligible and the exact payment dates.
Maximum SNAP Benefits
Before we dive into specific payment dates, it’s worth noting that SNAP benefits vary depending on household size. However, the maximum allotments for all SNAP recipients in the 48 contiguous states are as follows:
| Household Size | Maximum SNAP Benefit |
|---|---|
| 4 | $975 |
| 8 | $1,756 |
SNAP Payments in Texas
If you were certified before June 1, 2020, your upcoming SNAP payment dates are based on the last two digits of your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number. Here’s the schedule for payments through October 15:
| EDG Number Ends In | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| 5 | October 9, 2024 |
| 6 | October 11, 2024 |
| 7 | October 12, 2024 |
| 8 | October 13, 2024 |
| 9 | October 15, 2024 |
If you were certified after June 1, 2020, your payment dates follow a different schedule, which continues until October 28.
SNAP Payments
For those certified after June 1, 2020, SNAP benefits will be distributed between October 16 and October 28 based on the last two digits of your EDG number. Here’s the detailed breakdown:
| EDG Number Ends In | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| 00-03 | October 16, 2024 |
| 04-06 | October 17, 2024 |
| 07-10 | October 18, 2024 |
| 11-13 | October 19, 2024 |
| 14-17 | October 20, 2024 |
| 18-20 | October 21, 2024 |
| 21-24 | October 22, 2024 |
| 25-27 | October 23, 2024 |
| 28-31 | October 24, 2024 |
| 32-34 | October 25, 2024 |
| 35-38 | October 26, 2024 |
| 39-41 | October 27, 2024 |
| 42-45 | October 28, 2024 |
| EDG Number Ends In | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| 46-49 | October 27, 2024 |
| 50-53 | October 28, 2024 |
| 54-57 | October 16, 2024 |
| 58-60 | October 17, 2024 |
| 61-64 | October 18, 2024 |
| 65-67 | October 19, 2024 |
| 68-71 | October 20, 2024 |
| 72-74 | October 21, 2024 |
| 75-78 | October 22, 2024 |
| 79-81 | October 23, 2024 |
| 82-85 | October 24, 2024 |
| 86-88 | October 25, 2024 |
| 89-92 | October 26, 2024 |
| 93-95 | October 27, 2024 |
| 96-99 | October 28, 2024 |
SNAP payments in Texas are distributed based on your Eligibility Determination Group (EDG) number and certification date. If you were certified before June 1, 2020, your payments will be issued by October 15. For those certified after June 1, 2020, payments will continue until October 28.
Make sure to check the last two digits of your EDG number to confirm your specific payday. Whether you are receiving benefits early or late in the month, these payments provide crucial assistance to households across Texas.
FAQs
How is my SNAP payment date determined in Texas?
Your payment date is based on your EDG number and when you were certified for benefits.
What is the maximum SNAP benefit for a family of four?
The maximum SNAP benefit for a family of four is $975.
When will I receive my October SNAP benefits if my EDG ends in 5?
If your EDG ends in 5, you will receive your benefits on October 9, 2024.
Can I receive SNAP payments after October 15?
Yes, if you were certified after June 1, 2020, payments continue until October 28, 2024.
Where can I check my SNAP payment schedule in Texas?
You can check your payment schedule through Texas Health and Human Services or your local SNAP office.
