Managing monthly food expenses can be easier when you know exactly when your SNAP benefits will be deposited. In New York, the SNAP payment dates differ for people living in New York City and those living outside NYC. Since both areas have different systems, let’s break down the schedule and benefits clearly.
SNAP Payments in New York City
In NYC, your SNAP payment date depends on the last digit of your case number, also called the “toe digit.” Payments are spread across the first two weeks of each month.
Your “toe digit” is the last number of your SNAP case number.
SNAP benefits in NYC always follow Column A of the schedule published by the city.
You can check your exact date on the official NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA) website at www.nyc.gov or by calling 888-328-6399. You will need your 19-digit EBT card number for this.
For example, in June 2025:
Case number ending in 0: Deposit on June 2 and June 16.
Case number ending in 1: Deposit on June 3 and June 17.
Case numbers ending in 2–9 are spread across other business days in the first two weeks of the month.
The city usually publishes its schedule six months at a time. If your month is missing, you can always check the HRA website.
SNAP Payments in New York State (Outside NYC)
For people living outside New York City, the schedule is fixed and simpler. Your payment date depends only on the last digit of your case number.
Here’s the monthly payment calendar:
| Case Number Ends In | Benefits Available On |
|---|---|
| 0 or 1 | 1st of the month (shifted earlier if a holiday) |
| 2 | 2nd of the month |
| 3 | 3rd of the month |
| 4 | 4th of the month |
| 5 | 5th of the month |
| 6 | 6th of the month |
| 7 | 7th of the month |
| 8 | 8th of the month |
| 9 | 9th of the month |
For example, in September 2025, since Labor Day falls on the 1st, benefits for case numbers ending in 0 or 1 are moved earlier to August 29.
Maximum SNAP Allotments in 2025
SNAP benefits are calculated using the USDA’s Thrifty Food Plan (TFP), which decides the maximum monthly support for households with little or no income. The amounts are valid until September 30, 2025.
| Household Size | Maximum Monthly Benefit |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $292 |
| 2 people | $536 |
| 3 people | $768 |
| 4 people | $975 |
| 5 people | $1,158 |
| 6 people | $1,390 |
| 7 people | $1,536 |
| 8 people | $1,756 |
| Each extra person | +$220 |
The final benefit a household receives is not always the maximum. It is calculated by subtracting 30% of the household’s net income from the maximum amount for their family size. This way, families with the lowest income get the highest support.
SNAP benefits are a crucial lifeline for many families in New York, helping them put food on the table every month. Whether you live in NYC or outside the city, knowing your payment schedule helps in planning your monthly budget better.
With maximum allotments set by the USDA for 2025, households of different sizes can get the right support based on their needs. Always check the official HRA website or contact the helpline for the most accurate dates.
