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New York State Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of New York and meet one of the following requirements:
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 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 | $18,954 |
| 2 | $25,636 |
| 3 | $32,318 |
| 4 | $39,000 |
| 5 | $45,682 |
| 6 | $52,364 |
| 7 | $59,046 |
| 8 | $65,728 |
Apply Online - You may apply for SNAP using the internet if you live in New York State by going to MyBenefits NY. After your application is filed, the local Department of Social Services or SNAP office will review your information, conduct an interview, and determine your household's eligibility for SNAP.
Apply by mail, fax or in person - You may apply by filing an application by mail, fax, or in person at your local Department of Social Services or SNAP office. The current SNAP application form is available to print in English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Haitian-Creole, Korean and Russian at:
SNAP Application
To find out the location of your nearest SNAP office, contact your local Department of Social Services:
Local SNAP Office
Answers to many commonly asked questions about SNAP can be found on our website:
SNAP Program
For any other information dealing with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) issues, persons should contact the USDA SNAP hotline number at:
1-800-221-5689
