SNAP Benefits 2025: How Much Can Your Family Receive This Year?
- Author: Leo Olson
- Posted: 2025-01-14
As 2025 begins, many families are revisiting their budgets, and programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can play a crucial role in managing grocery expenses.
Each year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) adjusts SNAP benefits to reflect changes in the cost of living, ensuring support keeps up with household needs.
For fiscal year 2025, these adjustments increased maximum allotments and housing limits for most states and territories.
Whether you’re new to SNAP or a current recipient, here’s what you need to know.
How Much Can Your Family Receive?
SNAP benefits are determined by household size, income, and location. Here are the new maximum monthly allotments for the 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C.:
- 1 person: $292
- 2 people: $536
- 3 people: $768
- 4 people: $975
- 5 people: $1,158
- 6 people: $1,390
- 7 people: $1,536
- 8 people: $1,756
- Additional members: $220 per person
If your family lives in Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, benefits are adjusted for regional costs:
- Alaska (4-person household): $1,258 to $1,953
- Hawaii (4-person household): $1,723
- Guam (4-person household): $1,437
- Virgin Islands (4-person household): $1,254
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Minimum SNAP Benefits
Even if you qualify for the minimum benefit, SNAP still offers valuable assistance:
- 48 states and D.C.: $23
- Alaska: $30 to $47
- Hawaii: $41
Applying for SNAP
If you’re not currently receiving benefits, applying is simple:
- Visit www.fns.usda.gov/snap.
- Check your eligibility and find your state’s application process.
- Submit your application online or in person through your local agency.
If you’re already enrolled, make sure to update your household information to receive the correct amount of benefits.
With updated allotments in place for 2025, now is the perfect time to ensure your family is receiving the support it needs. SNAP benefits provide a lifeline for millions of families across the U.S., and these new adjustments aim to keep up with the realities of rising living costs.
For more information, visit www.fns.usda.gov/snap and take a step toward securing your family’s food needs. SNAP is here to help your family thrive.
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