EBT stores · Arkansas
Where to use EBT in Phillips County, AR
29 stores in Phillips County take SNAP EBT cards, according to USDA retailer data updated October 21, 2026. The most common are convenience stores (15). 2 are supermarkets or super stores and 1 is a farmers market.
Stores by type
Cities and towns
- West Helena 15 stores
- Marvell 4 stores
- Helena 4 stores
- Lexa 2 stores
- Mellwood 1 store
- Poplar Grove 1 store
- Elaine 1 store
- Barton 1 store
Supermarkets and super stores
- Hays 3816 N Sebastian, West Helena 72390Supermarket
- Walmart 714602 Sheila Dr, West Helena 72390Super Store
Farmers markets that take EBT
- Sunlight Farm LLC NAFMNP13427 Highway 49, Marvell 72366Farmers and Markets
All stores in Phillips County
29 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 Phillips County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.
SNAP in Phillips County
- People on SNAP, July 20253,840
- Households on SNAP, July 20252,037
- Benefits issued in July 2025$702,320
- Average per household that month$345
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 Phillips County?
At the 29 stores in the USDA list for Phillips County: 2 supermarkets or super stores, 2 grocery stores, 15 convenience stores and 1 farmers markets, plus other stores.
Can I buy hot food with EBT in Phillips County?
Arkansas does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Phillips 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.