Last 3 Days to Receive SNAP Benefits – Up to $431 for Individuals

The USDA has recently confirmed that some states, along with the District of Columbia and Guam, will complete SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefit payments by November 10, 2023. For these states, benefits will be issued to recipients’ EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) cards from November 1 through November 10. Below, we’ll find the SNAP payment schedule by state and what recipients can expect this month.

Payments

For the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia, the maximum SNAP benefit amount per individual is $292. However, recipients in Guam receive slightly higher SNAP benefits due to the territory’s increased inflation and higher cost of living.

Here is a list of states and territories distributing SNAP benefits only through November 10:

State/Territory	Distribution Dates
District of Columbia	November 1 – 10
Guam	November 1 – 10
South Dakota	November 10
South Carolina	November 1 – 10
Oklahoma	November 1 – 10
Nevada	November 1 – 10
Kansas	November 1 – 10
Iowa	November 1 – 10
Idaho	November 1 – 10
Illinois	November 1 – 10
California	November 1 – 10
Colorado	November 1 – 10

South Dakota, in particular, only has a single payment date of November 10, while the other states in this group will deliver benefits anytime between November 1 and November 10.

SNAP Distribution

For the majority of states, SNAP benefits are distributed throughout the month, with states like Texas and Florida providing benefits up until November 28. Here’s a detailed look at each state’s SNAP payment schedule:

State/Territory	Distribution Dates
Alabama	November 4 – 23
Arizona	November 1 – 13
Arkansas	November 4 – 13
Delaware	November 2 – 23
Florida	November 1 – 28
Georgia	November 5 – 23
Indiana	November 5 – 23
Kentucky	November 1 – 19
Louisiana	November 1 – 23
Maine	November 10 – 14
Maryland	November 4 – 23
Massachusetts	November 1 – 14
Michigan	November 3 – 21
Minnesota	November 4 – 13
Mississippi	November 4 – 21
Missouri	November 1 – 22
New Mexico	November 1 – 20
New York	November 1 – 9
North Carolina	November 3 – 21
Ohio	November 2 – 20
Oregon	November 1 – 9
Pennsylvania	First 10 business days
Tennessee	November 1 – 20
Texas	November 1 – 28
Utah	November 5, 11, and 15
Washington	November 1 – 20
West Virginia	November 1 – 9
Wisconsin	November 1 – 15
Puerto Rico	November 4 – 22

Pennsylvania will issue SNAP benefits during the first 10 business days, providing flexibility for recipients within the state.

SNAP Payment Differences

The amount of SNAP benefits and the dates of their distribution vary between states and territories to address local needs. Guam, for instance, receives higher benefit amounts due to higher inflation and cost of living, ensuring that food purchasing power remains balanced despite local price differences.

While some states prioritize delivering SNAP funds early in the month, others distribute benefits over longer periods. These schedules are essential for households to plan and budget their food expenses accordingly, ensuring they can access food throughout the month.

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