You probably qualify for Food Stamps if you:
- Are a U.S. citizen, Legal Permanent Resident who has resided in the U.S. for at least 5 years, legal immigrant under 18 years old regardless of when they entered the U.S., or other qualified immigrant
- Have a qualifying income (see the table below)
- Note: For most households, there is no resource limit.
For example, if your family size is four and your household income is $2,421 or less per month, you’ll likely qualify for Food Stamps.
Please note: If someone in your house is 60 or older or disabled, you may be able to get food stamps/SNAP even if your income is over the limits. Contact an
EarnBenefits Counselor to see if you might qualify.
TABLE: 130% FPL
| Food Stamps |
| family size | monthly income | annual income |
| 1 |
$1,211 |
$14,521 |
| 2 |
$1,640 |
$19,669 |
| 3 |
$2,069 |
$24,817 |
| 4 |
$2,498 |
$29,965 |
| 5 |
$2,927 |
$34,113 |
| 6 |
$3,356 |
$40,261 |
| 7 |
$3,785 |
$45,409 |
| 8 |
$4,214 |
$50,557 |
| for each additional person, add |
$414 |
$4,966 |
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If your application for Food Stamps is denied, you can make an appointment at the Food Stamps office to discuss your case or request a Fair Hearing by calling your county Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS) Office. In Fulton County, call (404) 206-5300. In Dekalb County, call (404) 370-5251. You must call within 10 days of getting your notice.
For legal assistance, call Atlanta Legal Aid Society at (404) 377-0705.
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Updated 10/01/2011
