South Carolina SNAP Calculator
Find out if you may be eligible for SNAP and an estimated amount of benefits you could receive in South Carolina.
This is a simplified and unofficial SNAP calculator and it is not an application. Actual amounts may vary based on individual circumstances, location, eligibility criteria, and recent data updates at the time of application.
FAQ
What is the income limit for SNAP in South Carolina?
Most households in South Carolina with gross income, before any deductions, up to 130% of the federal poverty level, or about $2,960 per month for a family of three, may qualify.
| Household Size | 100%Net Income | 130%Gross Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,330 | $1,729 |
| 2 | $1,803 | $2,344 |
| 3 | $2,277 | $2,960 |
| 4 | $2,750 | $3,575 |
| 5 | $3,223 | $4,190 |
| 6 | $3,697 | $4,806 |
| 7 | $4,170 | $5,421 |
| 8 | $4,643 | $6,036 |
How much SNAP can a family get in South Carolina?
The maximum monthly benefit for a household with no countable income is $306 for one person, $562 for two, $808 for three and $1,023 for four.
| Household Size | SNAP Benefits |
|---|---|
| 1 | $306 |
| 2 | $562 |
| 3 | $808 |
| 4 | $1,023 |
| 5 | $1,217 |
| 6 | $1,463 |
| 7 | $1,616 |
| 8 | $1,841 |
A household’s estimated monthly benefit is calculated by subtracting 30% of its net income from the maximum allotment. Net income is calculated after applicable deductions, including rent or mortgage, utility, and child care expenses.
What income deductions can households in South Carolina claim for SNAP, and how much is each deduction?
SNAP subtracts deductions from gross income to arrive at net income. The monthly benefit equals the maximum allotment minus 30% of net income. A household of one or two people that qualifies receives at least $24 per month.1
| Deduction | Amount for fiscal year 2027 |
|---|---|
| Standard deduction | $217 for one to three people, $229 for four, $268 for five and $308 for six or more |
| Earned income deduction | 20% of earned income |
| Dependent care | Actual cost of care needed for work, training or school |
| Medical expenses | Out-of-pocket costs above $35 per month, for a household member age 60 or older or with a disability |
| Excess shelter | Shelter costs above half of the income remaining after other deductions, limited to $769 per month unless a member is age 60 or older or has a disability |
| Homeless shelter | $205.66 standard deduction for eligible households |
Shelter costs include rent or mortgage payments and utilities. A household that pays heating or cooling costs may use the standard utility allowance in place of actual bills.2
What is the asset limit for SNAP in South Carolina?
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) states that a household in which any member receives benefits from Family Independence Information and Referral Services is categorically eligible, and that the household’s resources are excluded when determining eligibility for SNAP.3 These services are provided to households with income at or below 130% of the federal poverty level.
A household is not categorically eligible if a member is disqualified for an intentional program violation, the primary informant is disqualified for failing to meet work requirements, or a member is ineligible because of a drug-related felony conviction or fleeing felon status.3
Where the resource test applies, the federal limit is $3,000 per household, or $4,750 when a member is age 60 or older or has a disability.2
Is there a standard medical deduction for SNAP in South Carolina?
A household with an elderly or disabled member can deduct out-of-pocket medical costs above $35 per month. South Carolina also offers a standard medical deduction of $175 for households whose medical costs exceed $35, so they do not need to verify each expense. A household with higher costs can still deduct the actual amount above $35.1
How does the South Carolina SNAP calculator work?
The calculator subtracts the standard deduction, 20% of earned income, and entered expenses from gross income. It then checks the result against South Carolina’s income limit and estimates the benefit using the SNAP formula. See how the SNAP calculator works for a full list of deductions.
For the application, documents and work rules, read the South Carolina SNAP guide.
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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Legal Information Institute, 7 CFR 273.9, Income and deductions . ↩ ↩2
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U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, SNAP Fiscal Year 2027 Maximum Allotments and Deductions , and SNAP Standard Utility Allowances by State. ↩ ↩2
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South Carolina Department of Social Services, SNAP Manual, Chapter 4: Categorically Eligible Households . ↩ ↩2
About this information
SingleMotherGuide.com is an independent state-by-state reference guide and is not affiliated with any government agency. Program amounts and income limits are compiled from official federal and state sources, which are cited on the page, and are reviewed periodically and updated as those sources change.
The information is provided for general guidance and is not legal or financial advice. The administering agency makes the final determination of eligibility and benefit amounts. To report an error, please contact us.
Data freshness
Figures on this page are compiled from the public sources cited above and may change; refer to the cited sources for the most current information.
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- Ada Hu