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West Virginia Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of West Virginia and meet one of the following requirements:
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,751, or
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $4,251 who share their household with one of the following:
- A person or persons age 60 and over or
- A person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself).
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $19,578 |
| 2 | $26,572 |
| 3 | $33,566 |
| 4 | $40,560 |
| 5 | $47,554 |
| 6 | $54,548 |
| 7 | $61,542 |
| 8 | $68,536 |
Contact your local SNAP administering agency to apply for this program:
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (WV DHHR) County Offices Directory
For more information on the West Virginia SNAP and instructions on how to apply, please visit:
WV DHHR Bureau for Family Assistance
To update your contact information or make changes to your benefits, please call the DHHR Customer Service Center to speak with a customer service representative:
1-877-716-1212
1-800-642-8589
