USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) and the Food and Nutrition Service are constantly developing the SNAP (Food Stamps) program in the United States. This allows recipients to obtain better service and up-to-date amounts.
For example, rising inflation reduces SNAP beneficiaries’ purchasing power. As food prices rise, they can purchase fewer items. The USDA uses COLA to modify inflation levels and alter maximum payment amounts. The next 2025 COLA rise for the 48 contiguous states will occur on October 1, 2024.
2025 COLA for SNAP benefits
Even though the new year hasn’t arrived yet, Food Stamp beneficiaries will see their maximum amounts boosted. However, one state will reduce the SNAP maximum amounts.
For the second consecutive year, Hawaii will get less money in maximum amounts. Alaska, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands will also see their benefits increase. Keep in mind that they all have greater inflation and SNAP maximum payout limits.
Check the new maximum amounts starting October 1, 2024:
Household Sizes and Maximum Amounts in the 48 Contiguous States and DC
1 = $292
2 = $536
3 = $768
4 = $975
5 = $1,158
6 = $1,390
7 = $1,536
8 = $1,756
To get Food Stamps for more than three months in three years, all SNAP beneficiaries must work at least 80 hours each month. Some recipients may receive an exemption.
If you have a child, you may not be required to work 80 hours a month or to perform an alternative task. Pregnant women, veterans, young adults under the age of 24 who have been in foster care, and those suffering homelessness.
