The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments for November, with benefits distributed between November 7 and November 14.
Eligible recipients in Maine and Massachusetts should look out for their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments during this period. Here’s everything you need to know to stay up-to-date with your SNAP benefits this month.
Eligibility
SNAP benefits, commonly known as food stamps, are designed to help low-income individuals and families access nutritious food. In November, Maine and Massachusetts will distribute benefits between November 7 and November 14.
This will be the last payout window for the month in these states. Let’s break down eligibility by state:
Maine
In Maine, SNAP distribution dates depend on the last digit of the recipient’s birthdate:
| Last Digit of Birthdate | Benefits Available On |
|---|---|
| 0 or 9 | November 10 |
| 1 or 8 | November 11 |
| 2 or 3 | November 12 |
| 4 or 7 | November 13 |
| 5 or 6 | November 14 |
Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, SNAP benefits are scheduled based on the last digit of the recipient’s Social Security Number (SSN):
| Last Digit of SSN | Benefits Available On |
|---|---|
| 4 | November 7 |
| 5 | November 8 |
| 6 | November 10 |
| 7 | November 11 |
| 8 | November 13 |
| 9 | November 14 |
Remaining November SNAP Payments
If you’re in another state, here’s a schedule of SNAP benefits distribution across the U.S. for November:
| State | Payment Dates |
|---|---|
| Alabama | November 4 to 23 |
| Arizona | November 1 to 13 |
| Arkansas | November 4 to 13 |
| California | November 1 to 10 |
| Colorado | November 1 to 10 |
| Delaware | November 2 to 23 |
| Florida | November 1 to 28 |
| Georgia | November 5 to 23 |
| Idaho | November 1 to 10 |
| Illinois | November 1 to 10 |
| Indiana | November 5 to 23 |
| Iowa | November 1 to 10 |
| Kansas | November 1 to 10 |
| Kentucky | November 1 to 19 |
| Louisiana | November 1 to 23 |
| Maryland | November 4 to 23 |
| Michigan | November 3 to 21 |
| Minnesota | November 4 to 13 |
| Mississippi | November 4 to 21 |
| Missouri | November 1 to 22 |
| Nevada | November 1 to 10 |
| New Mexico | November 1 to 20 |
| New York | November 1 to 9 |
| North Carolina | November 3 to 21 |
| Ohio | November 2 to 20 |
| Oklahoma | November 1 to 10 |
| Oregon | November 1 to 9 |
| Pennsylvania | First 10 business days |
| South Carolina | November 1 to 10 |
| South Dakota | November 10 |
| Tennessee | November 1 to 20 |
| Texas | November 1 to 28 |
| Utah | November 5, 11, 15 |
| Virginia | November 1 to 7 |
| Washington | November 1 to 20 |
| West Virginia | November 1 to 9 |
| Wisconsin | November 1 to 15 |
| Guam | November 1 to 10 |
| Puerto Rico | November 4 to 22 |
| District of Columbia | November 1 to 10 |
These dates indicate when payments will reach your EBT card, so it’s a good idea to check your balance around your scheduled date.
If you’re expecting a SNAP payment, be sure to check your state’s payout schedule. Whether you’re in Maine, Massachusetts, or another state, following these dates can help you plan your budget and grocery trips efficiently.
Don’t miss out on your benefits this November!
