SNAP · South Dakota
South Dakota SNAP: South Dakota EBT Card, phone numbers and deposit days
In South Dakota, SNAP is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and benefits load on the South Dakota EBT Card. 70,020 people were on SNAP in South Dakota in July 2026, down 6.6% from July 2025 (74,956). 776 stores in the state take SNAP.
South Dakota SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: South Dakota EBT CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN800-604-5099
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) help lineApplications, interviews, case questions877-999-5612
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 on the 10th day of every month.
See the full deposit tableIncome limits in South Dakota
South Dakota 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 South DakotaSouth Dakota rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. No soda or candy restriction for South Dakota on the USDA list.No restriction listed
- Hot meals at restaurants. South Dakota does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. South Dakota 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 Dakota 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 | $950 | $265 | $60 |
Where to use EBT in South Dakota
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 16 stores that take SNAP online in South Dakota:
- ALDI
- Amazon
- Buche Foods
- Costco
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Dollar General
- Family Dollar
- HyVee
- Safeway
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- Target
- Thrive Market
- Walgreens
- Walmart
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in South Dakota?
South Dakota EBT Card. The program is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
What is the SNAP income limit in South Dakota 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 Dakota?
Call 800-604-5099, the EBT customer service line, or look at your last receipt.
Can I buy soda with SNAP in South Dakota?
No soda or candy restriction for South Dakota on the USDA list.
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.