Maximum monthly SNAP benefits available for 2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture adjusts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits annually based on assumptions about what Americans must spend to buy what they need for a low-cost balanced diet. The maximum benefit level varies according to how many people are in a household. For households with more than eight people, up to $218 in additional monthly benefits is available per person.

Chart indicating the maximum benefits available through SNAP, according to the number of people in a household.

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These benefit levels are in effect through Sept. 30, 2026. Many families will get lower benefit levels in this period.

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