SNAP · Mississippi
Mississippi SNAP: Mississippi EBT Card, phone numbers and deposit days
In Mississippi, SNAP is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and benefits load on the Mississippi EBT Card. 311,920 people were on SNAP in Mississippi in July 2026, down 12.4% from July 2025 (356,046). 2,868 stores in the state take SNAP.
Mississippi SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: Mississippi EBT CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN866-512-5087
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) help lineApplications, interviews, case questions800-948-3050
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
Benefits are made available from the 4th to the 21st of every month, based on the last two digits of the client’s case #.
See the full deposit tableIncome limits in Mississippi
Mississippi uses the federal gross income limit: 130% of the poverty line. Households with a member 60 or older or with a disability skip the gross test and only face the net test.
| People | Gross limit (130%) | Net limit (poverty line) | Maximum SNAP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,729 | $1,330 | $306 |
| 2 | $2,345 | $1,804 | $562 |
| 3 | $2,960 | $2,277 | $808 |
| 4 | $3,575 | $2,750 | $1,023 |
| 5 | $4,191 | $3,224 | $1,217 |
| 6 | $4,806 | $3,697 | $1,463 |
| 7 | $5,421 | $4,170 | $1,616 |
| 8 | $6,037 | $4,644 | $1,841 |
Federal asset limit: $3,000, or $4,750 if a member is 60 or older or has a disability.
Estimate your benefit for MississippiMississippi rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. No soda or candy restriction for Mississippi on the USDA list.No restriction listed
- Hot meals at restaurants. Mississippi does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. Mississippi has no time limit waiver areas in the first quarter of FY2027, so the 3-month limit applies statewide to adults it covers.Details
- Summer EBT for kids. Mississippi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statewide | $308 | $228 | $50 |
Where to use EBT in Mississippi
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 22 stores that take SNAP online in Mississippi:
- ALDI
- Amazon
- Costco
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Dollar General
- Family Dollar
- Froogel's
- Greer’s Cash Saver
- Roger's Supermarket LLC
- Rouse's Markets
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- States Produce
- Superlo Foods
- Target
- The Fresh Market
- Thrive Market
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods
- Winn-Dixie
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in Mississippi?
Mississippi EBT Card. The program is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
What is the SNAP income limit in Mississippi for 4 people?
$3,575 a month gross (130% of the poverty line) and $2,750 net, from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027.
How do I check my EBT balance in Mississippi?
Call 866-512-5087, the EBT customer service line, or look at your last receipt.
Can I buy soda with SNAP in Mississippi?
No soda or candy restriction for Mississippi on the USDA list.
Sources: USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated November 14, 2025); 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.