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EBT stores · Ohio

Where to use EBT in Putnam County, OH

17 stores in Putnam County take SNAP EBT cards, according to USDA retailer data updated October 21, 2026. The most common are other stores (8). 2 are supermarkets or super stores and 1 is a farmers market.

17stores that take EBT
2supermarkets and super stores
1farmers markets

Stores by type

  • Other8
  • Specialty Store2
  • Convenience Store2
  • Grocery Store2
  • Super Store1
  • Supermarket1
  • Farmers and Markets1

Cities and towns

  • Ottawa 7 stores
  • Leipsic 2 stores
  • Continental 2 stores
  • Pandora 2 stores
  • Kalida 2 stores
  • Columbus Grove 1 store
  • Ottoville 1 store

Supermarkets and super stores

  • Community Markets 3501755 E Main St, Ottawa 45875Supermarket
  • Walmart 25421720 N Perry St, Ottawa 45875Super Store

Farmers markets that take EBT

  • Ottawa Farmers Market212 W 2nd St, Ottawa 45875Farmers and Markets

All stores in Putnam County

17 stores in the USDA list.

Hot food and restaurants

Ohio does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Putnam County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.

Ohio rules for this county

  • EBT cardOhio Direction Card
  • Gross income limit, most households130% of poverty
  • Soda and candy: It restricts sugar-sweetened beverages and all fountain drinks. The rule applies starting April 1, 2027 (USDA target date).Starts Apr 1, 2027
Ohio SNAP guide

EBT card help

  • EBT card help: Ohio Direction CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN866-386-3071

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 Putnam County?

At the 17 stores in the USDA list for Putnam County: 2 supermarkets or super stores, 2 grocery stores, 2 convenience stores and 1 farmers markets, plus other stores.

Can I buy hot food with EBT in Putnam County?

Ohio does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot pay for hot restaurant meals in Putnam County. Cold deli food and groceries are fine. Hot food rules.

What number do I call about my Ohio Direction Card?

Call 866-386-3071 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 July 07, 2026); USDA, SNAP Food Restriction Waivers (page updated October 13, 2026); USDA, SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (page updated August 7, 2026).

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