Will you be receiving extra SNAP food stamp benefits for May? As of May 4, 2021 a total of 16 states have been approved for extra SNAP EBT maximum benefits in May. The extra food stamp benefits for May 2021 are part of the Emergency Allotment (EA) Program.
This means that recipients receiving food stamp benefits in approved states will receive extra food stamp benefits for the month. SNAP EBT cardholders will receive the maximum benefit amount for their household size. The extra food stamp benefits are approved by the USDA as Emergency Allotment benefits.
In this article, we will provide you with the following information:
- Maximum SNAP Benefit Amount for your Household
- List of States approved for Extra SNAP Food Stamp Max Benefits
- Payout Dates for May 2021 EA benefits
- Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) 2.0 Expansion
Pandemic SNAP Benefits (P-SNAP)
The Pandemic Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as P-SNAP was implemented to help address temporary food needs caused by COVID-19. P-SNAP provides emergency allotment benefits to households based on size.
Emergency Allotment (EA) Benefits
If you are already receiving the maximum monthly benefit amount based for your household size, then you will not receive any additional benefits. If you are not receiving the maximum benefit allotment for your household size, then you will receive extra food stamp benefits to bring your total monthly benefits to the maximum.
For help, check out our example on Emergency Allotment benefits below.
For example:
If you live in a household of 3 people and are currently receiving $425 in SNAP benefits per month, then you will receive an additional $84 in food stamp benefits. That’s because the maximum allotment amount for a household of three is $509 per month.
Current Monthly SNAP Benefits – Maximum Monthly Benefit Allotment = Total Extra SNAP benefits
To find out the maximum SNAP benefit allotment for your household size, check out the table below.
Maximum SNAP Benefit Allotment for Household Size
Use the chart below to find the Maximum SNAP Allotment Amount for your household size. The Maximum Allotment amount varies by location, so refer to the maximum SNAP benefit amount for where you live.
| Maximum SNAP Benefit Amount by Household Size for 48 States & D.C. | |||||||
| Effective October 1, 2020 – September 30, 2021 | |||||||
| Household Size | Maximum SNAP Benefit Allotment | ||||||
| 48 States & D.C. | Hawaii | Alaska | Virgin Islands | Guam | |||
| Urban | Rural 1 | Rural 2 | |||||
| 1 | $204 | $375 | $251 | $320 | $390 | $262 | $300 |
| 2 | $374 | $688 | $460 | $587 | $715 | $481 | $551 |
| 3 | $535 | $986 | $659 | $841 | $1,024 | $688 | $789 |
| 4 | $680 | $1,252 | $837 | $1,068 | $1,300 | $874 | $1,002 |
| 5 | $807 | $1,487 | $995 | $1,268 | $1,544 | $1,038 | $1,190 |
| 6 | $969 | $1,784 | $1,194 | $1,522 | $1,853 | $1,246 | $1,428 |
| 7 | $1,071 | $1,972 | $1,319 | $1,682 | $2,048 | $1,377 | $1,579 |
| 8 | $1,224 | $2,294 | $1,508 | $1,923 | $2,340 | $1,574 | $1,804 |
| For Each Additional Household Member: | +$153 | +$282 | +$189 | +$240 | +$293 | +$197 | +$226 |
To find out if you can expect to receive extra food stamp benefits in May, continue reading below.
Extra SNAP Food Stamp Benefits by State – May 2021
Find out which states are issuing extra food stamp benefits to households in May 2021. We will also provide you with the date you can expect to receive your May Emergency Allotment benefits.
Emergency Allotment (EA) Benefits for May 2021
Currently, 16 states have been approved to issue extra food stamps in May 2021. Those states include:
- Alabama
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- Mississippi
- New Jersey
- North Carolina
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
For details regarding your extra food stamps for May including when you can expect to receive them, continue reading below.
Find your state in the list below for more details:
Alabama
The USDA approved Alabama for Emergency Allotment (EA) Benefits in May.
Is Alabama issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Alabama has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 372,000 Alabama households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
May Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP benefits will be distributed to Alabama households on May 28, 2021. Benefits will be available on your Alabama EBT Card for use by May 29th.
Are new Alabama SNAP recipients eligible for extra food stamp benefits?
Yes, new and recertifying Alabama SNAP recipients will be issued their Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits on May 28, 2021. New May SNAP approvals after this date will be issued extra Alabama food stamp benefits with their regular benefits.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Alabama EBT Card Balance.
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Florida
The USDA extended Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP Benefits in Florida for May.
Is Florida issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Florida has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 1.7 million Florida households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Florida Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP benefits will be issued on May 8, 2021 to households that normally receive benefits between May 1st and 7th.
Emergency Allotments for households already receiving the maximum SNAP benefits for their household size will receive additional benefits on May 28th IF their EA benefit amount is less than $95.
Are new Florida SNAP recipients eligible for extra food stamp benefits?
Yes, as new Florida food stamp applications are approved during the month of May will receive P-SNAP benefits. New households approved for SNAP benefits will have extra food stamp benefits issued within two weeks of approval.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Florida EBT Card Balance.
Georgia
The USDA extended Georgia’s Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP Benefits for May.
Is Georgia issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Georgia has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 766,810 Georgia households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Georgia Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP benefits will be issued on May 24th, 26th, 28th, and 30th. Households can expect to have their extra food stamp benefits available for use on their Georgia EBT Card the following business day.
Are new Georgia SNAP recipients eligible for extra food stamp benefits?
Yes, as new Georgia food stamp applications are approved during the month of May, P-SNAP benefits will be issued at the time of approval.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Georgia EBT Card Balance.
Hawaii
Hawaii SNAP households have been approved for Emergency Allotment benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Hawaii issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Hawaii has been approved to distribute Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 69,640 Hawaii households will receive extra food stamp benefits in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Hawaii Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP Benefits for May will be issued to households on June 14, 2021. Benefits will be available on your Hawaii EBT Card account the following business-day.
Are new Hawaii SNAP recipients eligible for extra food stamp benefits?
Yes, any new Hawaii SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment benefits. Extra food stamp benefits will be distributed to new households as applicants are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra EBT benefits? Check your Hawaii EBT Card Balance.
Kentucky
Kentucky has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Kentucky issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Kentucky has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 205,005 Kentucky households will receive extra food stamp benefits in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Kentucky Emergency Allotment benefits will begin distribution on May 2, 2021. SNAP EBT Cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits for May on their regular SNAP deposit date between May 2, 2021 and May 19, 2021. Your Kentucky EBT deposit date varies based on the last digit of your Social Security Number (SSN).
Are new Kentucky SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Kentucky SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment (EA) SNAP benefits the 1-business day after they are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Kentucky EBT Card Balance.
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Maryland
Maryland has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Maryland issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Maryland has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 326,890 Maryland households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Maryland SNAP EBT Cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits on their normal SNAP EBT deposit payment date in May between the 1st and 31st.
Are new Maryland SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Maryland SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits as they are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Maryland EBT Card Balance.
Mississippi
Mississippi has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Mississippi issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Mississippi has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 190,000 Mississippi households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Mississippi food stamp EBT cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits on May 2, 2021 for all current SNAP households.
Are new Mississippi SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Mississippi SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits two-business days after they are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Mississippi EBT Card Balance.
New Jersey
New Jersey has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is New Jersey issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, New Jersey has been approved to distribute Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 426,000 New Jersey households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
New Jersey SNAP EBT Cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits on their regular food stamps deposit date between May 1, 2021 through May 5, 2021.
Are new New Jersey SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new New Jersey SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits within 3 days of being approved for food stamps.
Want to know if you received your extra EBT benefits? Check your New Jersey EBT Card Balance.
North Carolina
North Carolina has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is North Carolina issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, North Carolina has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 517,756 North Carolina households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
North Carolina SNAP EBT Cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits between May 22, 2021 and May 31, 2021. Emergency Allotment benefits will be sent out to North Carolina SNAP EBT cardholders over a 10-day period on:
- 22nd of May
- 23rd of May
- 24th of May
- 25th of May
- 26th of May
- 27th of May
- 28th of May
- 29th of May
- 30th of May
- 31st of May
Are new North Carolina SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new North Carolina SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits.
North Carolina SNAP Applications approved from May 1st to the 21st will receive their extra SNAP benefits between May 22, 2021 and May 31, 2021.
North Carolina SNAP Application approved from May 22nd to the 31st will receive their extra food stamps between June 1, 2021 and June 3, 2021.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your North Carolina EBT Card Balance.
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Oregon
Oregon has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Oregon issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Oregon has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 425,000 Oregon households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Oregon food stamp EBT cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits in three waves. All current Oregon Food Stamps recipients will receive their extra SNAP benefits on May 10th. Any SNAP Cases added since May 10th will receive their benefits on May 27th. The last wave will be on June 1st which will include any missed cases or new recipients since May 27th.
Are new Oregon SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Oregon SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits by June 1st.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Oregon EBT Card Balance.
Rhode Island
The USDA has approved Rhode Island for Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits in May.
Is Rhode Island issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Rhode Island has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 90,067 Rhode Island households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Rhode Island SNAP EBT Cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits on May 3, 2021. Benefits will be available for use on the Rhode Island EBT Card the following business day on May 4, 2021.
Are new Rhode Island SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Rhode Island SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits. Rhode Island SNAP recipients approved after May 3, 2021 will receive their extra food stamp benefits on a weekly basis.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Rhode Island EBT Card Balance.
South Carolina
South Carolina has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is South Carolina issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, South Carolina has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 303,395 South Carolina households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
South Carolina will issue extra food stamp benefits during their regular SNAP EBT deposit date schedule. Benefits will start being deposited on South Carolina EBT Cards on May 1, 2021 and complete on May 19, 2021.
The first EA benefits for May 2021 will be deposited on May 2, 2021.
Are new South Carolina SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new South Carolina SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits. South Carolina will issue new food stamp recipients their extra Emergency Allotment benefits on a daily basis between May 1st and 31st.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your South Carolina EBT Card Balance.
Virginia
Virginia has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Virginia issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Virginia has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 367,106 Virginia households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Virginia will deposit Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits to EBT Cards on May 16, 2021. Benefits will be available for use on your VA EBT Card the following business day.
Are new Virginia SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Virginia SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits as they are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Virginia EBT Card Balance.
Washington
Washington has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Washington issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Washington has been approved to distribute Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 343,886 Washington households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Washington will begin issuing Emergency Allotment benefits on May 1, 2021 to those households with a regular SNAP deposit date from the 1st to the 2nd of the month. Any remaining households that did not receive their Emergency Allotment benefits receive them on a staggered basis between May 2, 2021 and May 20, 2021.
Are new Washington SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Washington SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits with regular benefits as they are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra EBT benefits? Check your Washington EBT Card Balance.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin has been approved to issue extra SNAP benefits in May by the USDA.
Is Wisconsin issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Wisconsin has been approved to distribute emergency allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Over 407,123 Wisconsin households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Wisconsin will begin issuing extra food stamp benefits to EBT Cards on May 22, 2021. All Emergency Allotment benefits are expected to be deposited by July 10, 2021.
Are new Wisconsin SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Wisconsin SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits as they are approved. All Emergency Allotment benefits should be deposited by March 9, 2021.
Want to know if you received your extra SNAP EBT benefits? Check your Wisconsin EBT Card Balance.
Wyoming
The USDA has approved Wyoming for Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits in May.
Is Wyoming issuing extra SNAP benefits in May 2021?
Yes, Wyoming has been approved to distribute Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits in May 2021. Approximately 13,776 Wyoming households will receive extra food stamp benefits through P-SNAP in May.
When will I receive my extra food stamp benefits?
Wyoming SNAP EBT Cardholders can expect to receive their extra food stamp benefits on a staggered basis between May 2, 2021 and May 5, 2021. Emergency Allotment benefits will be issued in the following order:
- A-D will be sent May 2, 2021
- E-K will be sent May 3, 2021
- L-R will be sent May 4, 2021
- S-Z will be sent May 5, 2021
Benefits will be available for use on the Wyoming EBT Card the following business-day.
Households will receive their SNAP maximum allotment for their household size or an additional $95, whichever is greater.
Are new Wyoming SNAP recipients eligible for Emergency Allotment?
Yes, any new Wyoming SNAP recipients approved during May will receive Emergency Allotment SNAP benefits. New Wyoming SNAP recipients will receive their Emergency Allotment on their EBT Card two-business days after they are approved.
Want to know if you received your extra EBT benefits? Check your Wyoming EBT Card Balance.
Extra SNAP Benefits Deposit Dates for May 2021
Check out the complete list below of all the EBT deposit dates for the May 2021 Emergency Allotment (EA) food stamp benefits.
| Extra Food Stamp Benefits EBT Deposit Dates – May 2021 | |
| State | EBT Deposit Dates |
| Alabama | 2/7/21 – 2/12/21 |
| Florida | 5/8/21 |
| Georgia | 5/24/21 – 5/30/21 |
| Hawaii | 6/14/21 |
| Kentucky | 5/2/21 – 5/19/21 |
| Maryland | 5/1/21 – 5/31/21 |
| Mississippi | 5/2/21 |
| New Jersey | 5/1/21 – 5/5/21 |
| North Carolina | 5/22/21 – 5/31/21 |
| Oregon | 5/10, 5/27 & 6/1 |
| Rhode Island | 5/4/21 |
| South Carolina | 5/1/21 – 5/19/21 |
| Virginia | 5/16/21 |
| Washington | 5/1/21 – 5/20/21 |
| Wisconsin | 5/22/21 & 7/10/21 |
| Wyoming | 5/2/21 – 5/5/21 |
P-EBT Benefit Increase & Expansion
As of January 22, 2021, the Biden Administration passed a law to increase Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits by 15% to help fight childhood hunger.
Previously, the P-EBT program was capped at $5.86 per child per school day. In addition, many households have had issues claiming their P-EBT benefits. The 15% increase to the P-EBT Program will tackle the problem of food insecurity among children during the school year.
To learn more about P-EBT benefits and to see if you qualify, check out our article here.
Extra SNAP Benefits in May 2021
We hope this post about the extra SNAP EBT benefits being issued in May 2021 was helpful to you. If you have any questions about Emergency Allotment benefits, please let us know in the comments section below. We are here to help you!
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