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South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of South Carolina 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 | $19,578 |
| 2 | $26,572 |
| 3 | $33,566 |
| 4 | $40,560 |
| 5 | $47,554 |
| 6 | $54,548 |
| 7 | $61,542 |
| 8 | $68,536 |
To apply for this program, file an application online.
You may also fill out a paper copy of the application and mail, fax, or drop it off at your local county office.
An interview will be required. However, you do not have to come into the office for an interview. After your application has been filed, you will be provided with the telephone number to call in order to complete your interview. An eligibility decision will be made within 30 calendar days of the date that your application is filed.
For more information, please visit the South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program website.
Please call the SNAP hotline to speak with a Department of Social Services (DSS) representative:
1-800-768-5700
E-mail inquiries can be sent to:
AskDSS@dss.state.sc.us
