The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps millions of low-income households across the United States purchase food. With Valentine’s Day approaching on February 14, 2025, many beneficiaries may be wondering when their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card will be loaded with funds.
Unlike federal programs such as Social Security, which follow a nationwide schedule, SNAP payments are distributed according to state-specific timelines.
For recipients planning to use their benefits for Valentine’s Day meals or other eligible food purchases, understanding the February 2025 SNAP payment schedule is important. Some states issue payments early in the month, while others distribute them over several days.
February 2025 SNAP Payment Schedule by State
Each state determines its own SNAP disbursement schedule, meaning the date of fund availability on an EBT card depends on where a beneficiary lives. Below is the full payment calendar for February 2025:
- Alabama: February 4–23
- Alaska: February 1
- Arizona: February 1–13
- Arkansas: February 4–13
- California: February 1–10
- Colorado: February 1–10
- Connecticut: February 1–3
- Delaware: February 2–23
- District of Columbia: February 1–10
- Florida: February 1–28
- Georgia: February 5–23
- Guam: February 1–10
- Hawaii: February 3–5
- Idaho: February 1–10
- Illinois: February 1–10
- Indiana: February 5–23
- Iowa: February 1–10
- Kansas: February 1–10
- Kentucky: February 1–19
- Louisiana: February 1–23
- Maine: February 10–14
- Maryland: February 4–23
- Massachusetts: February 1–14
- Michigan: February 3–21
- Minnesota: February 4–13
- Mississippi: February 4–21
- Missouri: February 1–22
- Montana: February 2–6
- Nebraska: February 1–5
- Nevada: February 1–10
- New Hampshire: February 5
- New Jersey: February 1–5
- New Mexico: February 1–20
- New York: February 1–9
- North Carolina: February 3–21
- North Dakota: February 1
- Ohio: February 2–20
- Oklahoma: February 1–10
- Oregon: February 1–9
- Pennsylvania: February 3–14
- Puerto Rico: February 4–22
- Rhode Island: February 1
- South Carolina: February 1–10
- South Dakota: February 10
- Tennessee: February 1–20
- Texas: February 1–28
- Utah: February 5, 11, and 15
- Virgin Islands: February 1
- Vermont: February 1
- Virginia: February 1–7
- Washington: February 1–20
- West Virginia: February 1–9
- Wisconsin: February 1–15
- Wyoming: February 1–4
Some states issue payments on a single day, while others distribute benefits over a range of dates. Florida and Texas, for example, send payments throughout the entire month, whereas states like Rhode Island, North Dakota, and Vermont issue them on the first day of the month.
How Much Can Snap Recipients Receive in 2025?
The amount of SNAP benefits a household receives varies based on income, household size, and financial need. However, the maximum benefit per eligible household member in 2025 is $292.
Households with multiple eligible members can receive a higher total benefit, but the exact amount depends on income thresholds and state calculations. Beneficiaries should check with their local SNAP office to confirm their specific payment amount.
Using SNAP benefits for Valentine’s Day
SNAP benefits can be used to purchase eligible food items, including fresh produce, meats, dairy, and bakery goods. However, the program does not cover prepared foods from restaurants, alcohol, or other non-food items.
For those planning a Valentine’s Day meal at home, SNAP benefits can help purchase ingredients for a home-cooked dinner. Many grocery stores also offer discounts and promotions on Valentine’s-themed food items that fall within SNAP eligibility guidelines.
Checking EBT Balance and Payment Status
To confirm when funds will be available, SNAP recipients can check their EBT card balance through:
- Their state’s SNAP website or mobile app
- Customer service phone numbers on the back of the EBT card
- Grocery store receipts (which often show the remaining balance)
Since SNAP payments are scheduled by state, beneficiaries should be aware of their state’s disbursement timeline to ensure they can plan food purchases accordingly.
