How does SNAP count your self-employment income?
Drive for Uber, freelance, or run a small business? SNAP counts your NET self-employment income — gross receipts minus the cost of doing business (actual expenses or a standard ~40%). This tool gives you the monthly figure to enter as earned income.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-03
Calculator · self-employment income
Sources
- 7 CFR § 273.11(a)-(b) — self-employment income + cost of doing business
- State SNAP manuals — standard self-employment deduction (commonly 40%, some states 50%); confirm your state