To get an idea of whether you are eligible, you can check the income limits below.
You must apply for food stamps through DWS, not UAH, and we cannot process your application or see it after it has been submitted. However, there are several agencies in Utah that can provide assistance.
Find application help. Find a store that accepts food stamps.
SNAP Income Eligibility Limits
Effective October 1, 2023*
| Household Size | Gross Monthly Income Limits - 130% of Poverty | Net Monthly Income - 100% Poverty | Maximum Monthly Benefit |
| 1 |
$1,580 |
$1,215 | $291 |
| 2 | $2,137 | $1,644 | $535 |
| 3 | $2,694 | $2,072 | $766 |
| 4 | $3,250 | $2,500 | $973 |
| 5 | $3,807 | $2,929 | $1,155 |
| 6 | $4,364 | $3,357 |
$1,386 |
For each additional household member add:
| +1 | $557 | $429 | $219 |
* Source: USDA-FNS
Expedited Food Stamps
Normally, food stamp applications are processed within 30 days. You can receive your food stamp benefits in 7 days, if:
- You are in a household whose combined monthly gross income and liquid assets are less than the household’s monthly utilities and rent/mortgage.
- You are in a household with less than $150 in monthly gross income and have less than $100 cash on hand.
No verification is required at the time of application. The regular application process must be completed for benefits to continue past the first month. Same day benefit issuance is possible for people who already have an EBT card.
Fun Fact: Food stamps can also be used to buy seeds and plants that produce food for human consumption!
Student Food Stamp Fact Sheet
Full time students have specific restrictions on SNAP eligibility, but current COVID waivers open SNAP benefits up to many students who would otherwise be ineligible. Take a look at this fact sheet for more information.
Need Food Help?
See our Emergency Food Resources. There you can find resources to get food in 15 different regions statewide. Or contact us if you have any questions.
Watch this Center on Budget and Policy Priorities video called “Making America Stronger: the U.S. Food Stamp Program” to learn more about Food Stamps/SNAP.