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Washington Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)


The Washington Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income individuals and families obtain a more nutritious diet by supplementing their income with SNAP benefits.

The Washington Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income individuals and families obtain a more nutritious diet by supplementing their income with SNAP benefits.


To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Washington 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:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1$29,160
2$39,440
3$49,720
4$60,000
5$70,280
6$80,560
7$90,840
8$101,120

*For households with more than eight people, add $10,280 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.


Online applications are available for this benefit by visiting the Washington Connection website.

You may also contact your local SNAP administering agency to apply for this program by visiting the Office Locator page.


For further assistance, please visit the Washington Basic Food Assistance website.

or call:
Phone: 877-501-2233

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. PST, Monday-Friday

1-877-501-2233