Since October 1, 2024, SNAP benefits received a boost through the 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). This increase, overseen by the USDA, was implemented to counter inflation, ensuring that recipients maintain purchasing power even as food prices rise. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known for offering essential support to millions of low-income individuals and families, distributes funds monthly through Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. However, payment dates vary based on each state’s schedule, which can be influenced by factors such as case numbers or recipients’ last names.
States with SNAP payments during November 11–18
Several states are set to distribute SNAP payments in the week of November 11 to November 18. Here is a breakdown of some states issuing payments during this period:
- Kentucky – SNAP payments are distributed between November 1 and November 19, covering the week of November 11.
- Louisiana – Distributions run from November 1 to November 23, which includes the period from November 11 to November 18.
- Tennessee – Recipients will receive their benefits between November 1 and November 20, which means some households will still be receiving payments during the week in question.
- Arizona – This state distributes benefits from November 1 to November 13, which includes part of the week of November 11.
- Mississippi – Benefits are issued from November 4 to November 21, covering the mid-November period.
- Maryland – Distribution spans from November 4 to November 23, which includes this week.
- Michigan – Payments go out between November 3 and November 21, covering households this week.
- North Carolina – The state pays benefits between November 3 and November 21.
- Ohio – SNAP benefits are issued from November 2 to November 20, aligning with the specified week.
- Florida and Texas – Both states have a prolonged distribution period, from November 1 to November 28, with payments reaching recipients on various dates throughout the month.
SNAP payment schedules and variations
The variation in SNAP payment schedules highlights the program’s flexibility across different states. States may determine distribution dates based on factors like case number, alphabetical order, or specific calendar dates, making it essential for recipients to verify schedules based on their location. States with shorter distribution windows, like Maine (November 10 to November 14), ensure recipients get funds within a few days, while others like South Dakota release payments on a single date (November 10).
Additional SNAP benefits for US Territories
Residents of U.S. territories, such as Puerto Rico and Guam, follow unique schedules:
- Puerto Rico distributes payments from November 4 to November 22, reaching eligible recipients in intervals.
- The District of Columbia operates similarly, with distributions running from November 1 through November 10, ensuring comprehensive coverage for the month.
Verifying SNAP payment schedules and benefit amounts
Recipients can verify their specific payment dates through state SNAP portals or by consulting their local benefits office, as states administer the timing of these federal funds individually. Furthermore, under the 2025 COLA, monthly maximum allotments remain consistent across states, though adjustments are made for regions with a higher cost of living, such as Alaska and Hawaii.
