Maximum SNAP Payments For November & December With 2025 COLA: Know Payment Schedule

By Amit Tiwari

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Maximum SNAP Payments For November & December With 2025 COLA

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set to deliver critical financial support to millions of Americans through November and December 2024.

With the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) already in effect as of October 1, 2024, beneficiaries in certain regions will see higher payment amounts. Here’s a breakdown of the latest SNAP payment schedules, including updates on amounts and eligibility.

Maximum SNAP Benefits with 2025 COLA

The 2025 COLA adjustment has increased the maximum monthly SNAP benefit:

  • A family of 8 in the 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C. can receive up to $1,756.
  • Higher benefits apply in regions with elevated living costs, including:
    • Alaska: Up to $3,516 for a family of 8.
    • Hawaii, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands: Varying higher limits based on local expenses.

These increased benefits aim to address inflation and ensure that households have adequate resources for food and essential items.

SNAP Payments Remaining in November

As of mid-November, SNAP payments are still being distributed in 17 states and Puerto Rico. Here’s the schedule for states issuing SNAP benefits through the end of November:

State November Payment Dates
Alabama November 4–23
Delaware November 2–23
Florida November 1–28
Georgia November 5–23
Indiana November 5–23
Kentucky November 1–19
Louisiana November 1–23
Maryland November 4–23
Michigan November 3–21
Mississippi November 4–21
Missouri November 1–22
New Mexico November 1–20
North Carolina November 3–21
Ohio November 2–20
Tennessee November 1–20
Texas November 1–28
Washington November 1–20
Puerto Rico November 4–22

December SNAP Payment Schedule

In December, SNAP benefits will be distributed throughout the month, depending on the state. Here are the payment dates:

State December Payment Dates
Alabama December 4–23
Alaska December 1
Arizona December 1–13
Arkansas December 4–13
California December 1–10
Colorado December 1–10
Connecticut December 1–3
Delaware December 2–23
Florida December 1–28
Georgia December 5–23
Hawaii December 3–5
Idaho December 1–10
Illinois December 1–10
Indiana December 5–23
Iowa December 1–10
Kansas December 1–10
Kentucky December 1–19
Louisiana December 1–23
Maine December 10–14
Maryland December 4–23
Massachusetts December 1–14
Michigan December 3–21
Minnesota December 4–13
Mississippi December 4–21
Missouri December 1–22
Montana December 2–6
Nebraska December 1–5
Nevada December 1–10
New Hampshire December 5
New Jersey December 1–5
New Mexico December 1–20
New York December 1–9
North Carolina December 3–21
North Dakota December 1
Ohio December 2–20
Oklahoma December 1–10
Oregon December 1–9
Pennsylvania First 10 business days
Rhode Island December 1
South Carolina December 1–10
South Dakota December 10
Tennessee December 1–20
Texas December 1–28
Utah December 5, 11, and 15
Vermont December 1
Virginia December 1–7
Washington December 1–20
West Virginia December 1–9
Wisconsin December 1–15
Wyoming December 1–4
Guam December 1–10
Puerto Rico December 4–22
The District of Columbia December 1–10
The U.S. Virgin Islands December 1

Key Benefits of COLA and SNAP Payments

  1. Higher Payments: Beneficiaries in high-cost areas like Alaska and Hawaii see significant boosts with COLA increases.
  2. Timely Distributions: Adjusted schedules ensure families receive funds when needed, even during holidays.
  3. Regional Variations: Payments are tailored to the living costs of specific states and territories, ensuring fair support.

With the 2025 COLA adjustments in effect, many SNAP recipients will see increased benefits to combat inflation and rising costs. While most payments are distributed on schedule, those eligible for higher benefits should monitor their accounts to ensure proper disbursements.

For more details, visit the official USDA Food and Nutrition Service website or contact your local SNAP office.


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Amit Tiwari

A tax law expert with a knack for breaking down complex regulations into digestible insights. Amit’s articles on the tax news blog offer invaluable guidance to readers navigating changes in tax legislation.

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