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Arizona Nutrition Assistance

Arizona’s Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) allows low-income families to buy healthy food with Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Recipients spend their benefits to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores. 1

As a condition of eligibility, all SNAP recipients in Arizona must meet the general SNAP work rules or the ABAWD work rules unless otherwise exempt. ABAWDs who aren’t exempt are limited to three months of eligibility every 36 months.

FAQ

How do I qualify for SNAP in Arizona?

In order to qualify for Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  1. Live in Arizona
  2. Be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident
  3. Show proof of identity
  4. Meet certain income guidelines
  5. Have less than $3,000 in resources or $4,500 if at least one member is elderly or disabled

How much income do I need to qualify for SNAP in Arizona?

Most families in Arizona with gross income up to 185% of the federal poverty standard qualify for SNAP. That’s about $3,981 per month for a family of three to qualify.

There is no asset test for most households in Arizona.

Family Size
Income Limit
1
$2,322
2
$3,151
3
$3,981
4
$4,810
5
$5,639
6
$6,469
7
$7,298
8
$8,128
Gross income limit applies to most households, except those in which at least one person is 60 years of age or older, or receives disability income.

How much will I receive in Arizona food stamps?

SNAP benefits may vary from family to family depending on a variety of factors, including the household size, income and allowable deductions.

For example, a family of three with no income may receive up to $768 in monthly benefits or $468 each month if the family has a net monthly income of $1,000.

Family Size
SNAP Benefits
1
$292
2
$536
3
$768
4
$975
5
$1,158
6
$1,390
7
$1,536
8
$1,756
The actual SNAP benefit amounts are based on a household’s net income with a general rule that an increase of $100 in net income results in a reduction of $30 in benefits. Use our SNAP calculator to estimate the amount of benefits you can expect to receive.

Benefits are made available over the first 13 calendar days of the month, based on the first letter of your last name.

How do I apply for food stamps in Arizona?

Application can be made online through Health-e-Arizona Plus or in person at your local office or call (855) 432-7587 to request a paper application be mailed to you.

If help is needed, go to find an assistor, enter your ZIP Code to locate community assistors near you for help with the application process.

How do I get emergency food stamps in Arizona?

If you have an emergency need for food, contact DES directly. They may be able to expedite your benefits if you qualify. If you need help with food during the application process, you may visit any of the TEFAP Food Distribution sites (“Food Pantries”) near you. 2

Footnotes

  1. You can find SNAP retailers by using the free and secure mobile app, ebtEDGE, available in the Apple App Store (iOS) and Google Play Store (Android). ↩

  2. TEFAP eligibility for emergency food assistance is based on self declaration and does not have a formal application process or interview. ↩

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