Millions of Americans rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits each month to help pay for groceries. In May 2025, benefit payments are being distributed according to each state’s specific schedule.
While some states issue benefits on a fixed date, others stagger payments based on case number, Social Security number, or the first letter of the recipient’s last name. In some cases, weekends and holidays can shift payment dates earlier or later.
State-by-state SNAP distribution schedule
Below is a full list of when SNAP payments are going out this month. This breakdown helps recipients better plan their grocery purchases and financial needs:
- Alabama: May 4–23
- Alaska: May 1
- Arizona: May 1–13
- Arkansas: May 4–13
- California: May 1–10
- Colorado: May 1–10
- Connecticut: May 1–3
- Delaware: May 2–23
- Florida: May 1–28
- Georgia: May 5–23
- Hawaii: May 3–5
- Idaho: May 1–10
- Illinois: May 1–20
- Indiana: May 5–23
- Iowa: May 1–10
- Kansas: May 1–10
- Kentucky: May 1–19
- Louisiana: May 1–23
- Maine: May 10–14
- Maryland: May 4–23
- Massachusetts: May 1–14
- Michigan: May 3–21
- Minnesota: May 4–13
- Mississippi: May 4–21
- Missouri: May 1–22
- Montana: May 2–6
- Nebraska: May 1–5
- Nevada: May 1–10
- New Hampshire: May 5
- New Jersey: May 1–5
- New Mexico: May 1–20
- New York: May 1–9 (varies by county)
- North Carolina: May 3–21
- North Dakota: May 1
- Ohio: May 2–20
- Oklahoma: May 1–10
- Oregon: May 1–9
- Pennsylvania: May 1–10
- Rhode Island: May 1
- South Carolina: May 1–10
- South Dakota: May 10
- Tennessee: May 1–20
- Texas: May 1–28
- Utah: May 5, 11, 15
- Vermont: May 1
- Virginia: May 1–7
- Washington: May 1–20
- Washington D.C.: May 1–10
- West Virginia: May 1–9
- Wisconsin: May 1–15
- Wyoming: May 1–4
Watch for holiday-related delays
Because Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 27, some states may issue early payments if their usual schedule is affected by the holiday. Most states do not disburse EBT funds on weekends or federal holidays. Therefore, beneficiaries scheduled to receive funds around that date should check their state agency’s website or EBT portal for updates.
How to check your SNAP payment date
To find out exactly when your benefits will arrive, use one of these tools:
- Visit your state SNAP agency website
- Call your state EBT customer service line
- Check your balance and deposit history on your EBT card portal or app
Knowing your exact payment date helps you avoid unexpected gaps in grocery budgeting.
Key takeaways
- Most states issue May SNAP benefits between the 1st and 15th.
- Payment schedules vary widely depending on the state and eligibility criteria.
- Memorial Day may cause early issuance in some states.
If you’re unsure about your deposit date, reach out to your state’s Department of Human Services. Staying informed ensures you can make the most of your monthly benefits.
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