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New Mexico Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

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The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides food benefits, access to a healthy diet, and education on food preparation and nutrition to low-income households. Recipients spend their benefits (provided on an electronic card that is used like an ATM card) to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores.

SNAP is the largest program in the domestic hunger safety net. The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) works with state agencies, nutrition educators, and neighborhood and faith-based organizations to ensure that those eligible for nutrition assistance can make informed decisions about applying for the program and can access benefits. SNAP is the federal name for the program. State programs may have different names.

The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides food benefits, access to a healthy diet, and education on food preparation and nutrition to low-income households. Recipients spend their benefits (provided on an electronic card that is used like an ATM card) to buy eligible food in authorized retail food stores.

SNAP is the largest program in the domestic hunger safety net. The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) works with state agencies, nutrition educators, and neighborhood and faith-based organizations to ensure that those eligible for nutrition assistance can make informed decisions about applying for the program and can access benefits. SNAP is the federal name for the program. State programs may have different names.

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of New Mexico 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$24,057
2$32,538
3$41,019
4$49,500
5$57,981
6$66,462
7$74,943
8$83,424

*For households with more than eight people, add $8,481 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

To apply online, please visit the YES New Mexico online application portal.

For additional application information, visit the Human Services Department, Apply for Benefits page.

New Mexico SNAP

For more information, please visit the Human Services Department, Looking for Assistance page.

You may also use the Field Office Locator to find a service center near you.

Or visit SNAP's Contact Us page to find many ways to get in touch with your local SNAP office.

1-888-473-3676

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