Stores that take EBT
Does Whole Foods take EBT?
What SNAP can and cannot buy there
Yes
Food for the household: fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, dairy, bread, cereal, snacks, drinks without alcohol, and seeds and plants that grow food.
No
Hot food at the point of sale, alcohol, tobacco, vitamins and supplements, pet food, and nonfood items like paper towels, soap or diapers. Full list.
Depends on the state
Soda, candy and some sweet drinks are blocked in a growing list of states. See your state.
States with the most Whole Foods listings
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| California | 97 |
| Florida | 43 |
| Texas | 35 |
| New York | 35 |
| Massachusetts | 33 |
| New Jersey | 26 |
| Pennsylvania | 25 |
| Illinois | 25 |
| Colorado | 23 |
| Virginia | 17 |
Whole Foods online with SNAP
Listed for SNAP online in 43 states and territories:
Online, SNAP pays for eligible food only: the USDA says delivery fees and other charges cannot be paid with SNAP, and you still need your PIN.
Common questions
Does Whole Foods take EBT?
Yes. 555 store listings in the USDA retailer data have Whole Foods in the name, and the USDA state directory lists it for SNAP online shopping in 43 of 53 states and territories.
Can I pay Whole Foods delivery fees with SNAP?
No. The USDA says only eligible food can be bought with SNAP online; delivery fees and other charges need another way to pay.
Sources: USDA SNAP Retailer Locator data (layer updated October 21, 2026) (listings whose name matches the chain); USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources, online retailers by state; USDA, What Can SNAP Buy? (page updated June 4, 2025); USDA, Stores Accepting SNAP Online (page updated February 17, 2026).
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