Quick Answers – Stay Ahead on Your EBT Deposit
- When will I receive my benefits? Each state issues SNAP benefits based on its own schedule—some distribute them all on one day, others spread them across weeks. (USDA SNAP)
- Key highlight: For September 2025, all current benefit levels are locked in until September 30, 2025, before any changes take effect.
🔗 Check your state’s full SNAP income limits:SNAP income limits by all states 2025
🔗 See how much you qualify for:Use the SNAP benefits calculator
September 2025 SNAP Payment Schedule by State
Below is the state-by-state SNAP deposit schedule for September 2025. Dates are sourced from a government-aligned aggregator referencing USDA data.
| State / Territory | Payment Dates |
|---|---|
| Alabama | Sept 4–23 |
| Alaska | Sept 1 |
| Arizona | Sept 1–13 |
| Arkansas | Sept 4–13 |
| California | Sept 1–10 |
| Colorado | Sept 1–10 |
| Connecticut | Sept 1–3 |
| Delaware | Sept 2–23 |
| District of Columbia | Sept 1–10 |
| Florida | Sept 1–28 |
| Georgia | Sept 5–23 |
| Guam | Sept 1–10 |
| Hawaii | Sept 3–5 |
| Idaho | Sept 1–10 |
| Illinois | Sept 1–20 |
| Indiana | Sept 5–23 |
| Iowa | Sept 1–10 |
| Kansas | Sept 1–10 |
| Kentucky | Sept 1–19 |
| Louisiana | Sept 1–23 |
| Maine | Sept 10–14 |
| Maryland | Sept 4–23 |
| Massachusetts | Sept 1–14 |
| Michigan | Sept 3–21 |
| Minnesota | Sept 4–13 |
| Mississippi | Sept 4–21 |
| Missouri | Sept 1–22 |
| Montana | Sept 2–6 |
| Nebraska | Sept 1–5 |
| Nevada | Sept 1–10 |
| New Hampshire | Sept 5 |
| New Jersey | Sept 1–5 |
| New Mexico | Sept 1–20 |
| New York (statewide) | Sept 1–9 |
| North Carolina | Sept 3–21 |
| North Dakota | Sept 1 |
| Ohio | Sept 2–20 |
| Oklahoma | Sept 1–10 |
| Oregon | Sept 1–9 |
| Pennsylvania | Sept 3–14 |
| Puerto Rico (NAP) | Sept 4–22 |
| Rhode Island | Sept 1 |
| South Carolina | Sept 1–19 |
| South Dakota | Sept 10 |
| Tennessee | Sept 1–20 |
| Texas | Sept 1–28 |
| Utah | Sept 5, 11, 15 |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | Sept 1 |
| Vermont | Sept 1 |
| Virginia | Sept 1–7 |
| Washington | Sept 1–20 |
| West Virginia | Sept 1–9 |
| Wisconsin | Sept 1–15 |
| Wyoming | Sept 1–4 |
Why This Month Matters More
- All SNAP benefits remain unchanged through the end of September 2025—but that window is closing soon.
- State-specific schedules matter. Texas and Florida have the longest windows (until Sept 28), while Alabama’s payments range from Sept 4–23—knowing your state helps avoid surprises.
- Avoid confusion: States like New York City follow a different schedule than New York State—check your local EBT guidance.
Smart Planning Tips
- Check your exact payment date, especially if you’re in a state with staggered distribution.
- Plan grocery shopping—benefits come early in some states and very late in others.
- If payment doesn’t show up by midnight, wait 24 hours before contacting your local SNAP office.
- Consider additional support like WIC or local food pantries if you’re concerned about coverage gaps.