SNAP Benefits for November 2023: Payment Schedule and Updates

As November approaches, millions of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will receive their monthly payments to help cover grocery expenses. SNAP benefits, commonly referred to as food stamps, are distributed through Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, which can be used at authorized retailers to purchase qualifying food items. While SNAP is a federal program, payments are managed at the state level, resulting in variations in distribution schedules and amounts.

Here’s what beneficiaries need to know about the upcoming November payments, including the payment schedule and benefit amounts.

SNAP Benefit Amounts for November 2023

SNAP benefits are determined based on household size, income, and other factors. Below is the maximum monthly payment for households in the 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C.:

Household Size	Maximum Benefit
1 Member	$292
2 Members	$536
3 Members	$768
4 Members	$975
5 Members	$1,158
6 Members	$1,390
7 Members	$1,536
8 Members	$1,756
Each Additional Member	+$220

• Hawaii: Maximum benefit for a family of four is $1,723.
• Alaska: Benefits range from $1,258 to $1,953 for a family of four.
• Minimum Monthly Benefits: $23 in the 48 contiguous states, $41 in Hawaii, and $30–$47 in Alaska.

These amounts help support low-income families in purchasing nutritious food, offering critical relief for millions across the nation.

November SNAP Payment Schedule

Payment dates vary by state and may depend on factors like case numbers, surnames, or other state-specific rules. Below is the November 2023 payment schedule by state:

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

Additional Notes on SNAP Benefits

Using SNAP Benefits

SNAP benefits can be used at authorized retailers to purchase eligible food items, including:

• Fruits and vegetables
• Meat, poultry, and fish
• Dairy products
• Bread and cereals
• Seeds and plants to grow food

SNAP benefits cannot be used for non-food items like toiletries, alcohol, or prepared meals (unless purchased from approved vendors).

Impact of COLA Adjustments

While SNAP benefits are not directly tied to Social Security’s Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), changes in COLA may indirectly affect beneficiaries. For instance, an increase in Social Security income could slightly reduce SNAP eligibility for some households, as SNAP benefits are income-based.

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