EBT stores · Arkansas
Where to use EBT in Howard County, AR
16 stores in Howard County take SNAP EBT cards, according to USDA retailer data updated October 21, 2026. The most common are convenience stores (8). 2 are supermarkets or super stores. No farmers market in the county is on the USDA list.
Stores by type
Cities and towns
- Nashville 9 stores
- Dierks 4 stores
- Mineral Springs 3 stores
Supermarkets and super stores
- Cash Saver 7738628 S Main St, Nashville 71852Supermarket
- Walmart 331710 S 4TH ST, Nashville 71852Super Store
All stores in Howard County
16 stores in the USDA list.
Hot food and restaurants
Arkansas does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Howard County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.
SNAP in Howard County
- People on SNAP, July 20251,149
- Households on SNAP, July 2025583
- Benefits issued in July 2025$194,805
- Average per household that month$334
USDA FNS-388A county data, July 2025, the latest month in the file. Shown only where the county totals match the state total within 10%.
Arkansas rules for this county
- EBT cardArkansas EBT Card
- Gross income limit, most households130% of poverty
- Soda and candy: It restricts soda, fruit and vegetable drinks with less than 50% natural juice, energy drinks, unhealthy drinks, and candy. The rule applies since July 1, 2026 (USDA target date).In effect
EBT card help
- EBT card help: Arkansas EBT CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN800-997-9999
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.
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Common questions
Where can I use my EBT card in Howard County?
At the 16 stores in the USDA list for Howard County: 2 supermarkets or super stores, 1 grocery stores, 8 convenience stores and 0 farmers markets, plus other stores.
Can I buy hot food with EBT in Howard County?
Arkansas does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Howard County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.
What number do I call about my Arkansas EBT Card?
Call 800-997-9999 for balance, a lost card or a PIN.
Sources: USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026); USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated April 29, 2026); USDA, SNAP Food Restriction Waivers (page updated October 13, 2026); USDA, SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (page updated August 7, 2026); USDA FNS-388A participation by county, July 2025.
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.