Starting this weekend, nearly 4.8 million California families will begin receiving their CalFresh benefits. These Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card deposits help many households stock their pantries with fresh and nutritious food—a vital support for everyday life.
California leads the nation in SNAP participation, with CalFresh being the state’s version of this federal program. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) manages CalFresh, making sure aid reaches those who qualify based on income and other eligibility rules.
When Will My CalFresh Payment Arrive in June?
CalFresh deposits are distributed over the first 10 days of each month based on the last digit of your case number. Here’s the schedule for June 2025:
- Case ending in 1: June 1
- Case ending in 2: June 2
- Case ending in 3: June 3
- Case ending in 4: June 4
- Case ending in 5: June 5
- Case ending in 6: June 6
- Case ending in 7: June 7
- Case ending in 8: June 8
- Case ending in 9: June 9
- Case ending in 0: June 10
How Much Can I Get?
Your exact CalFresh amount depends on your household size and income. The maximum income limits and benefit amounts below apply through September 2025. The USDA will review inflation rates at the end of the fiscal year to decide if benefits increase in October.
Here are the current maximum income limits and monthly benefits by household size:
- 1 person: Income up to $2,510 / Benefit up to $291
- 2 people: Income up to $3,408 / Benefit up to $535
- 3 people: Income up to $4,304 / Benefit up to $766
- 4 people: Income up to $5,200 / Benefit up to $973
- 5 people: Income up to $6,098 / Benefit up to $1,155
- 6 people: Income up to $6,994 / Benefit up to $1,386
- 7 people: Income up to $7,890 / Benefit up to $1,532
- 8 people: Income up to $8,788 / Benefit up to $1,751
For households larger than eight, add $898 in income limit and $219 in benefits for each additional person.
Important Update: New Chip-Enabled EBT Cards
This year, California is replacing all old EBT cards with new cards that feature integrated chip technology. This upgrade aims to improve security and reduce fraud such as card skimming. The replacement rollout started earlier this year and should be complete by June.
If you haven’t yet received your new chip card, contact your local CalFresh or SNAP office as soon as possible.
