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Vermont Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Vermont 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 | $26,973 |
| 2 | $36,482 |
| 3 | $45,991 |
| 4 | $55,500 |
| 5 | $65,009 |
| 6 | $74,518 |
| 7 | $84,027 |
| 8 | $93,536 |
The SNAP application can be found at the MyBenefits page.
To apply for this program, fill out the application and make an appointment to speak with a representative at your local county office. Find your local county office on the ESD District Offices page.
In Vermont you get SNAP through the Department of Prevention, Assistance, Transition, and Health Access (PATH). To find out if you are eligible, a PATH worker will review your situation and your resources and income. The worker will also tell you what documents you may need to provide to verify this information.
You may also visit the Vermont Campaign to End Childhood Hunger website to get more information.
or call:
1-800-287-0589
