South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
South Carolina
What is South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has served as the foundation of America's national nutrition safety net, working to end hunger and improve the health of low-income people by helping families buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet. In South Carolina over 500,000 households depend on SNAP each month to get the food they need for good health. SNAP benefits give a person or family more buying power at the grocery store. The benefits are not intended to cover all of a family's food costs, but will lessen the amount of income that must be used toward groceries each month. Families, people living alone, and people living with roommates use SNAP. People who are homeless can get SNAP benefits too. People of all ages are a part of SNAP.
Administration
South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is administered by South Carolina.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
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 |
Application Details
What is the application process for South Carolina Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)?
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.
Contact Info
1-800-616-1309