If your income goes up, do you lose SNAP?

Worried a raise or new job will cut your food stamps? Compare your estimated SNAP benefit at your current income vs. a higher income, and see whether you'd cross the eligibility limit — and whether you still come out ahead overall.

Last reviewed: 2026-06-03

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Sources

  • 7 CFR § 273.10(e) — SNAP benefit = max allotment − 30% of net income
  • 7 CFR § 273.9 — 100% FPL net-income limit; BBCE states may set a higher (up to 200% FPL) gross limit

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