SNAP · Alaska
Alaska SNAP: Alaska Quest Card, phone numbers and deposit days
In Alaska, SNAP is called Food Stamp Program and benefits load on the Alaska Quest Card. 69,522 people were on SNAP in Alaska in July 2026, up 3.5% from July 2025 (67,168). 493 stores in the state take SNAP.
Alaska SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: Alaska Quest CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN888-997-8111
- Food Stamp Program help lineApplications, interviews, case questionsn/d — call 2-1-1
We publish a phone number only when two independent sources agree: the USDA state directory and the state agency's own website. "n/d" means we could not confirm it, so call 2-1-1 or use the number on the back of your card.
When benefits arrive
We could not confirm Alaska's current deposit days against the state's own page, so we do not show a table. Your approval notice and the EBT line have your date.
How to find your deposit dayIncome limits in Alaska
Alaska uses a gross income limit of 200% of the poverty line for most households, under a state option called broad-based categorical eligibility. Households under that limit do not face the federal net income or asset tests.
| People | Gross limit (200%) | Net limit (poverty line) | Maximum SNAP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3,326 | $1,663 | $392 |
| 2 | $4,510 | $2,255 | $718 |
| 3 | $5,692 | $2,846 | $1,032 |
| 4 | $6,876 | $3,438 | $1,306 |
| 5 | $8,060 | $4,030 | $1,555 |
| 6 | $9,242 | $4,621 | $1,868 |
| 7 | $10,426 | $5,213 | $2,064 |
| 8 | $11,610 | $5,805 | $2,352 |
No asset limit for most households in Alaska under its broad-based rule.
Estimate your benefit for AlaskaAlaska rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. No soda or candy restriction for Alaska on the USDA list.No restriction listed
- Hot meals at restaurants. Alaska does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. Alaska has time limit waivers for some areas in the first quarter of FY2027.Details
- Summer EBT for kids. Alaska did not take part in Summer EBT in 2026, per the USDA map.Details
Utility allowances
Instead of adding up each bill, SNAP counts a set utility amount. A higher amount can raise the benefit.
| Area | Heating or cooling | Basic or limited | Phone only |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central | $625 | n/d | $26 |
| Northern | $825 | n/d | $35 |
| Northwest | $1,107 | n/d | $37 |
| Southcentral | $591 | n/d | $27 |
| Southeast | $517 | n/d | $36 |
| Southwest | $1,064 | n/d | $36 |
Where to use EBT in Alaska
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 11 stores that take SNAP online in Alaska:
- Amazon
- Carrs
- Costco
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Fred Meyer
- Safeway
- Target
- Walgreens
- Walmart
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in Alaska?
Alaska Quest Card. The program is called Food Stamp Program.
What is the SNAP income limit in Alaska for 4 people?
$6,876 a month gross (200% of the poverty line) and $3,438 net, from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027.
How do I check my EBT balance in Alaska?
Call 888-997-8111, the EBT customer service line, or look at your last receipt.
Can I buy soda with SNAP in Alaska?
No soda or candy restriction for Alaska on the USDA list.
Sources: USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated February 12, 2026); USDA, SNAP Fiscal Year 2027 Cost-of-Living Adjustments memo (signed August 21, 2026; in effect October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027); USDA, Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility chart (June 2026); USDA, Standard Utility Allowances by state, FY2026 table; USDA, SNAP Food Restriction Waivers (page updated October 13, 2026); USDA SNAP Data Tables, persons participating (data as of October 9, 2026); USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026); USDA, ABAWD time limit waiver status, FY2027 first quarter (in effect October 1, 2026); USDA, Summer EBT participating areas (page updated August 14, 2026).
Independent guide. Not a government website. Not affiliated with USDA or any state agency. We do not take applications, and we never ask for your case number, card number or PIN. Amounts and rules can change: your state SNAP agency has the final word.