What are the SNAP income limits in Alabama?

For 2024, the gross income limit for a 1-person household in Alabama is $2321/month. Limits increase for larger households.

What is the maximum SNAP benefit in Alabama?

The maximum monthly SNAP benefit for a 1-person household is $292, and $975 for a 4-person household.

SNAP Benefits Calculator for Alabama

Complete guide to SNAP (food stamp) eligibility, benefits, and application process in Alabama

$292

Max Monthly Benefit (1 person)

$975

Max Monthly Benefit (4 people)

$2,321

Gross Income Limit (1 person)

No Limit

Asset Limit

SNAP Benefits Calculator - AL

Calculate your potential SNAP benefits based on 2024 federal guidelines.

SNAP Eligibility Requirements in Alabama

To qualify for SNAP benefits in Alabama, your household must meet income, asset, and other eligibility requirements.Alabama follows federal SNAP guidelines with some state-specific expansions that may make more people eligible.

Income Test

• Gross income under 185% of poverty level
• Net income under 100% of poverty level
• Special rules for elderly/disabled households

Asset Test

• No asset limit for most households
• Home and primary vehicle excluded
• Retirement accounts typically not counted

Other Requirements

• U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen
• Meet work requirements (if applicable)
• Provide required documentation

Income Limits & Maximum Benefits in Alabama (2024)

Gross Income Limits

Total monthly income before taxes (185% of Federal Poverty Level)

1 person$2,321/month

2 people$3,152/month

3 people$3,981/month

4 people$4,810/month

5 people$5,640/month

6 people$6,469/month

7 people$7,298/month

8 people$8,128/month

Maximum Monthly Benefits

Maximum SNAP benefits your household could receive

1 person$292/month

2 people$536/month

3 people$768/month

4 people$975/month

5 people$1,158/month

6 people$1,390/month

7 people$1,536/month

8 people$1,751/month

How Net Income is Calculated in Alabama

Net income determines your SNAP benefit amount. It's your gross income minus allowable deductions. Generally, every $100 increase in net income reduces your SNAP benefits by about $30.

Standard Deductions

Standard Deduction

1-3 people:$198/month

4-5 people:$284/month

6+ people:$340/month

Earned Income Deduction

20% of gross earned income from jobs or self-employment

Other Allowable Deductions

Medical Expenses

For household members 60+ or disabled: expenses over $35/month, or use standard $145 deduction

Childcare Costs

Full amount for dependent care needed for work, training, or education

Child Support

Court-ordered child support payments to someone outside your household

Utility Allowances in Alabama

If you pay for utilities, you can claim one standard utility allowance as a deduction. Choose the highest allowance you qualify for - you can only use one.