Food stamps in the United States of America are administered by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and they are used by millions of Americans, even if there are alterations for different areas of the country.
In the case of New York, it is the New York State Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP) which provides monthly electronic benefits, which can be used in the same way as cash would be at selected retail food stores.
In terms of how they calculate who gets SNAP Benefits New York, it comes down to your eligibility and benefit levels based on household size, income, assets and some other factors.
Are you eligible to get SNAP Benefits in New York?
To be eligible for SNAP Benefits New York, the simplest requirement is to be a resident of the state of New York. You also need to meet one of the following requirements:
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under 2,001 dollars
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under 3,001 dollars and share your household with a person 60 or over or with a relative with a disability
How are SNAP Benefits New York calculated?
As for how SNAP Benefits New York are calculated, household size is the major determining factor once it has been agreed that you are eligible for the benefits.
The maximum SNAP Benefits New York allotment for a household of one is 204 dollars, then it is 374 dollars for two people, 535 dollars for three people, 680 dollars for four people, 807 dollars for five people, 969 dollars for six people, 1,071 dollars for seven people, 1,224 dollars for eight people and then an additional 153 dollars for each member after that.
If you think you are eligible, it is definitely worth investigating more as this food stamps money could make a difference.
