If you’re receiving food stamps in Florida, it’s important to know when your SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) payment will arrive in May 2025. The state has a unique way of deciding the payment dates, and these depend on your case number.
Let’s break down how this system works, when you’ll get paid, and how much you may receive depending on your household size.
SNAP Payment Dates in Florida – May 2025
In Florida, SNAP payments are sent out between May 1 and May 10, 2025. But not everyone gets paid on the same day. The date is based on your case number.
Here’s how to find your payment date:
Look at the 9th and 8th digits of your case number (read in reverse order), ignoring the 10th digit if there is one. These two digits tell you your payment group.
Here’s a quick example:
If your case number ends in 789, take the 8 (9th digit) and then the 7 (8th digit) – this gives you 87. That number tells you when you’ll get your SNAP payment.
Here’s the full payment schedule for May 2025:
00–03 → May 1
04–06 → May 2
07–10 → May 3
11–13 → May 4
14–17 → May 5
18–20 → May 6
21–24 → May 7
25–27 → May 8
28–31 → May 9
32–34 → May 10
This system helps Florida send payments in an organized way and prevents delays.
How Much SNAP Money Will You Get in May 2025?
The amount of money you receive each month depends on how many people live in your home. Here are the maximum SNAP amounts for Fiscal Year 2025:
One person → $292
Two people → $536
Three people → $768
Four people → $975
Five people → $1,158
Six people → $1,390
Seven people → $1,536
Eight people → $1,756
For each additional person after eight, add $220 to the total.
Keep in mind, these are maximum amounts. Many people receive less based on their income, expenses, and other personal factors.
What Changed in 2025?
In October 2024, the USDA applied a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). This increase helps food stamp amounts stay in line with the rising prices of food and daily needs. This change stays in place through September 2025.
This COLA not only affects SNAP but also other federal programs, including Social Security. It’s part of the government’s effort to help low-income families manage the high cost of living.
What Happens After September 2025?
It’s too early to say. Government decisions for the next fiscal year are still pending. Some experts are concerned that future political moves, especially under the Trump administration, might affect inflation and future benefit amounts. We’ll have to wait for official updates in late 2025.
SNAP benefits in Florida are an important support for families and individuals who need help buying food. Knowing your payment date and how the system works can help you plan your monthly budget better. With rising costs, every bit counts. Be sure to keep an eye on your case number and understand what benefits your household qualifies for.
If you have any doubts, you can contact your local Department of Children and Families (DCF) office or check your case status online.
