All income and expense amounts should be monthly figures.

Household information

Your state *

Household size *

Does your household include anyone age 60+ or with a disability?

No Yes

Monthly income

Total earned income

Wages, salaries, self-employment (before taxes)

Total unearned income

Social Security, unemployment, child support received, etc.

Monthly expenses & deductions

Rent or mortgage

Property insurance & taxes

Dependent care costs

Child care, elder care while working or in training

Court-ordered child support paid

Heating/cooling utilities (SUA)

Non-heating/cooling utilities

Water, electricity (non-heating), etc.

Telephone expenses

Medical expenses (elderly/disabled only)

Only for households with elderly/disabled member. Amount above $35 is deducted.

About This SNAP Calculator

This SNAP estimator uses the official USDA benefit calculation methodology. Results are estimates only — your actual benefit depends on your state's specific rules, standard utility allowances, and your caseworker's determination.

How SNAP benefits are calculated

SNAP benefits are calculated by first determining your household's net income after allowable deductions, then calculating your expected food contribution (30% of net income), and subtracting that from the maximum benefit for your household size.

2026 Maximum SNAP Benefit Amounts

Household size	Max monthly benefit	Standard deduction
1 person	$298/month	$209
2 people	$546/month	$209
3 people	$785/month	$209
4 people	$994/month	$223
5 people	$1,183/month	$261
6 people	$1,421/month	$299
7 people	$1,571/month	$299
8 people	$1,789/month	$299