In the state of Florida, the income limit is the most important food stamps (SNAP) eligibility requirement. This page will outline the 2023 Florida Food Stamps Income Limit and as well how much you will receive in SNAP benefits if approved. Also, we shall walk you through on how to apply for food stamps in Florida.
Food Stamps in Florida
SNAP which is also known as food stamps offers nutrition assistance to millions of eligible, low-income individuals and families in Florida, which is run by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).
Provided you are approved, SNAP benefits are provided on an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, that is used as a debit card. And the EBT cards are accepted at most grocery stores, some farmers’ markets, convenience, big box stores, and some online stores, like Walmart and Amazon.
Who is Eligible for Food Stamps in Florida?
In order to be eligible for SNAP in Florida, a household must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Must be a citizen or legal immigrant
- Must be a Florida resident
- Your household income must be less than the food stamps income limits for your household size (see chart below)
- With some exceptions, you must work or participate in an employment and training program
- For most households, resources must be under $2,750 to qualify for SNAP or $4,250 in countable resources if at least one member of the household is age 60 or older, or is disabled
2023 Florida Food Stamps Income Limit
For you to qualify for SNAP in Florida, your household income must not exceed 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level. Use the below table to find out if you may qualify. Also note that Income limits vary according to household size.
Households that contain no elderly or disabled individuals must meet both the gross (income before deduction) and the net income (income after allowable deductions) limits.
However, households that contain an elderly (age 60 or over) individual or a disabled individual must meet only the net income limits.
See the table below for both the net and gross income limits according to household size.
| Florida Food Stamps Income Eligibility Standards for Fiscal Year 2023 | |||
| Effective October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023 | |||
| Household Size | Monthly Net Income Limit (100% of FPL) | Monthly Gross Income Limit (130% of FPL) |
Monthly Gross Income Limit (200% of FPL)
|
| 1 | $1,133 | $1,473 | $2,266 |
| 2 | $1,526 | $1,984 | $3,052 |
| 3 | $1,920 | $2,495 | $3,840 |
| 4 | $2,313 | $3,007 | $4,626 |
| 5 | $2,706 | $3,518 | $5,412 |
| 6 | $3,100 | $4,029 | $6,200 |
| 7 | $3,493 | $4,541 | $6,986 |
| 8 | $3,886 | $5,052 | $7,772 |
| 9 | $4,280 | $5,564 | $8,560 |
| 10 | $4,674 | $6,076 | $9,348 |
| Each Additional Household Member: | $394 | ||
Step Guide on How to Apply for Food Stamps in Florida
You can apply for food stamps in Florida in various ways, which includde the following:
1. Apply in Person: If you are unable to apply online or by mail, the DCF has offices statewide to assist you with the application process.
Click here to find your local office.
2. Apply Online: The easiest way to apply for SNAP benefits is online through the Access Florida portal. Simply log on to www.myflorida.com/accessflorida and select “Apply for Benefits.”
If you do not have an account, click on the “Create an Account” link for instructions on how to set up an account. For help in creating an Access Florida account, see our post on How to Create an Access Florida Account.
If you are having trouble logging into your Access Florida account, see our guide on
Access Florida Login Help.
3. Apply by Mail or Fax an Application: In order to apply by mail or fax, download the SNAP application here. Once you have completed the application, you can submit it by mail or fax.
Instructions on how to do so are included in the application. Also, you can request an application to be mailed to you by calling 1-850-300-4323.
What is the Phone Number for Florida Food Stamps?
If you need help applying for food stamps in Florida or have further questions about how the SNAP program works, call Customer Call Center at 1-850-300-4323.
Agents are available from 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday – Friday.
You can reach them by fax at 1-866-886-4342.
What Stores Accept Florida EBT Online for Delivery?
Currently, there are 15 stores that accept Florida EBT Cards online as payment.
You can use your FL EBT Card and food stamp benefits to purchase approved grocery items and have them delivered directly to your door.
Note that your Florida SNAP benefits cannot be used to pay for delivery fees.
Currently, the following stores accept Florida SNAP online:
- Aldi
- Amazon
- BJs Wholesale
- Earth Fare
- Freshfields Farm
- Greer’s Cash Saver
- Hitchcock’s Markets
- JC’s Market & Food Kitchen
- Mt. Plymouth Grocery
- Publix
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- Sprouts Farmers Market
- Target
- Walmart
- Whole Foods
When will I receive my Florida food stamp benefits?
In the state of Florida, SNAP benefits are distributed by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).
In addition, there is no single date on which all SNAP benefits are issued. Instead, food stamp benefits are sent out over a 28-day period every month.
Your EBT deposit date is based on the 9th and 8th digits of your Florida case number (READ BACKWARDS), dropping the 10th digit.
See below for the Florida SNAP payment schedule below.
| If the 9th and 8th digit of your Case number is: | Benefits are deposited on: |
| 00-03 | 1st of the month |
| 04-06 | 2nd of the month |
| 07-10 | 3rd of the month |
| 11-13 | 4th of the month |
| 14-17 | 5th of the month |
| 18-20 | 6th of the month |
| 21-24 | 7th of the month |
| 25-27 | 8th of the month |
| 28-31 | 9th of the month |
| 32-34 | 10th of the month |
| 35-38 | 11th of the month |
| 39-41 | 12th of the month |
| 42-45 | 13th of the month |
| 46-48 | 14th of the month |
| 49-53 | 15th of the month |
| 54-57 | 16th of the month |
| 58-60 | 17th of the month |
| 61-64 | 18th of the month |
| 65-67 | 19th of the month |
| 68-71 | 20th of the month |
| 72-74 | 21st of the month |
| 75-78 | 22nd of the month |
| 79-81 | 23rd of the month |
| 82-85 | 24th of the month |
| 86-88 | 25th of the month |
| 89-92 | 26th of the month |
| 93-95 | 27th of the month |
| 96-99 | 28th of the month |
