SNAP · South Carolina
South Carolina SNAP: South Carolina EBT Card, phone numbers and deposit days
In South Carolina, SNAP is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and benefits load on the South Carolina EBT Card. 481,856 people were on SNAP in South Carolina in July 2026, down 14.7% from July 2025 (564,900). 4,975 stores in the state take SNAP.
South Carolina SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: South Carolina EBT CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PINn/d — call 2-1-1
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 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 South Carolina'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 South Carolina
South Carolina uses a gross income limit of 130% of the poverty line for most households, under a state option called broad-based categorical eligibility. The limit is the same as the federal one.
| 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 |
No asset limit for most households in South Carolina under its broad-based rule.
Estimate your benefit for South CarolinaSouth Carolina rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. It restricts candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages. The rule applies since November 1, 2026 (USDA target date).In effect
- Hot meals at restaurants. South Carolina does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. South Carolina 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. South Carolina 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 | $388 | $265 | $27 |
Where to use EBT in South Carolina
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 27 stores that take SNAP online in South Carolina:
- ALDI
- Amazon
- Anderson Ministries
- BJs Wholesale Club
- Costco
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Dollar General
- Earth Fare
- Family Dollar
- Food Lion
- FoodShare SC
- Gopuff
- Kroger
- Lowes Foods
- Opie Drive-Thru Grocery
- Publix
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- Speedway (434300)
- Sprouts Farmers Market
- Target
- The Fresh Market
- Thrive Market
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in South Carolina?
South Carolina EBT Card. The program is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
What is the SNAP income limit in South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
Call the number on the back of your card or look at your last receipt. We could not confirm the state EBT number with two sources (n/d).
Can I buy soda with SNAP in South Carolina?
It restricts candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages. The rule applies since November 1, 2026 (USDA target date).
Sources: USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated February 17, 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.