If you get SNAP benefits (also called food stamps), you probably know how important it is to know when the money is hitting your EBT card. 💳🍎 For September 2025, every state has its own rules and dates for sending out SNAP money. This guide is like your one-stop calendar for all the September 2025 SNAP payment dates. I’ll also cover NYC’s special schedule (because it’s different from the rest of New York), Puerto Rico’s NAP program, and answer the most common questions people ask like:
- “What time do SNAP benefits hit my EBT card?”
- “What if my money is late?”
- “Do holidays mess up payments?”
How to identified the SNAP EBT Payment Schedule 🤔
Before you scroll down to the big table, let’s explain how the SNAP payment schedule works. Every state has its own system.
- One-day states: Some states keep it simple. Everyone gets their SNAP money on the same day each month. For example, Alaska gives benefits on September 1st to everyone. Easy, right? 🎉
- Staggered states: Other states spread payments out over many days. Example: Texas pays from September 1 to September 28 — so depending on your case number or Social Security digits, you could get money anytime in that window.
- Based on ID numbers: A lot of states look at the last digit of your case number, SSN, or birthday to decide your exact date.
👉 Pro tip: If you’re new to SNAP, your state’s EBT website will usually have a chart showing which day you get paid.
SNAP Benefits September 2025 Payment Dates by State 📅
Here’s the big table with every state and territory’s SNAP payment dates for September 2025. Bookmark it, share it, or even print it out so you never forget!
| State/Territory | September 2025 Payment Dates |
| Alabama | Sept 4–23 |
| Alaska | Sept 1 |
| Arizona | Sept 1–13 |
| Arkansas | Sept 4–13 |
| California | Sept 1–10 |
| Colorado | Sept 1–10 |
| Connecticut | Sept 1–3 |
| Delaware | Sept 2–23 |
| District of Columbia | Sept 1–10 |
| Florida | Sept 1–28 |
| Georgia | Sept 5–23 |
| Guam | Sept 1–10 |
| Hawaii | Sept 3–5 |
| Idaho | Sept 1–10 |
| Illinois | Sept 1–20 |
| Indiana | Sept 5–23 |
| Iowa | Sept 1–10 |
| Kansas | Sept 1–10 |
| Kentucky | Sept 1–19 |
| Louisiana | Sept 1–23 |
| Maine | Sept 10–14 |
| Maryland | Sept 4–23 |
| Massachusetts | Sept 1–14 |
| Michigan | Sept 3–21 |
| Minnesota | Sept 4–13 |
| Mississippi | Sept 4–21 |
| Missouri | Sept 1–22 |
| Montana | Sept 2–6 |
| Nebraska | Sept 1–5 |
| Nevada | Sept 1–10 |
| New Hampshire | Sept 5 |
| New Jersey | Sept 1–5 |
| New Mexico | Sept 1–20 |
| New York (statewide) | Sept 1–9 |
| North Carolina | Sept 3–21 |
| North Dakota | Sept 1 |
| Ohio | Sept 2–20 |
| Oklahoma | Sept 1–10 |
| Oregon | Sept 1–9 |
| Pennsylvania | Sept 3–14 |
| Rhode Island | Sept 1 |
| South Carolina | Sept 1–19 |
| South Dakota | Sept 10 |
| Tennessee | Sept 1–20 |
| Texas | Sept 1–28 |
| Utah | Sept 5, 11, 15 |
| Vermont | Sept 1 |
| Virginia | Sept 1–7 |
| Washington | Sept 1–20 |
| West Virginia | Sept 1–9 |
| Wisconsin | Sept 1–15 |
| Wyoming | Sept 1–4 |
👉 Fun fact: Texas and Florida have the longest payout windows — all the way until September 28th. That means some families in those states won’t see money until almost the end of the month. 😬
Explore More: Texas SNAP Eligibility 2025 — EBT Income Limits
New York City vs. New York State SNAP Schedule 🗽
Here’s a big one people often miss: NYC has its own SNAP schedule.
- New York State (outside NYC): Sept 1–9
- New York City: Sept 2–12 and Sept 16–26
So if you live in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island, or the Bronx, don’t follow the “statewide” chart — follow NYC’s own dates. Otherwise, you’ll just end up confused. 😅
LEARN MORE: USDA Monthly SNAP Issuance Schedule (All States & Territories)
Puerto Rico and U.S. Territories 🌴
Not everywhere uses SNAP the same way.
- Puerto Rico runs something called NAP (Nutrition Assistance Program) instead of SNAP. For September 2025, deposits will happen Sept 4–22.
- U.S. Virgin Islands: Benefits load on Sept 1.
- Guam: Benefits load Sept 1–10.
👉 If you’re in Puerto Rico, don’t look for SNAP — look for NAP instead.
FAQs About SNAP Benefits September 2025 Payment Dates 💬
What time do SNAP benefits show up?
Usually, between midnight and 8 AM on your scheduled day. A lot of people check their EBT balance after midnight and see it pop up. But sometimes it’s a few hours later. ⏰
What if my SNAP Payments are late?
Don’t worry. Do First:
- Wait for atleadt 24 hours (sometimes deposits are just a little slow).
- Check your EBT Payment from the official app, online portal, or phone line.
- If it is still missing, call your nearest state EBT customer care service.
Do weekends or holidays change the SNAP Payments schedule?
Nope! SNAP funds still go through on weekends and most holidays. 🎉 The only time things shift is during major emergencies like hurricanes, power outages, or federal disasters.
READ ALSO: California EBT Requirements 2025: Income Limits & How to Apply
Why This Guide Is Better Than Others 🚀
Other sites just throw up a boring list of dates and call it a day. Here’s why this guide is stronger:
- ✅ Super clear state-by-state table
- ✅ Covered NYC vs NY State (most sites forget this!)
- ✅ Included Puerto Rico + territories
- ✅ Added easy FAQs that real people ask
- ✅ Written in plain, simple language (no confusing jargon)
- ✅ Emoji-powered for easy reading 😎
- ✅ Downloadable formats (CSV/printable chart) — coming soon!
Key Takeaways 🍎
- Every state has a unique SNAP schedule.
- Some states pay on one day, others spread it across up to 28 days.
- NYC has a separate schedule from New York State.
- Puerto Rico uses NAP, not SNAP.
- If your benefits are late, wait 24 hours, check your balance, then call support.
✅ By the time you finish this guide, you know exactly when your September 2025 SNAP benefits will arrive — no guessing, no stress.
READ ALSO: NYC EBT Issuance Schedule (July–December 2025). PDF
