SNAP · West Virginia
West Virginia SNAP: Mountain State Card, phone numbers and deposit days
In West Virginia, SNAP is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and benefits load on the Mountain State Card. 248,226 people were on SNAP in West Virginia in July 2026, down 8.3% from July 2025 (270,722). 1,976 stores in the state take SNAP.
West Virginia SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: Mountain State CardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN866-545-6502
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) help lineApplications, interviews, case questions877-716-1212
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 over the first nine days of every month, based on the first letter of the client’s last name.
See the full deposit tableIncome limits in West Virginia
West Virginia uses a gross income limit of 200% of the poverty line for most households, under a state option called broad-based categorical eligibility. Households under that limit do not face the federal net income or asset tests.
| People | Gross limit (200%) | Net limit (poverty line) | Maximum SNAP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,660 | $1,330 | $306 |
| 2 | $3,608 | $1,804 | $562 |
| 3 | $4,554 | $2,277 | $808 |
| 4 | $5,500 | $2,750 | $1,023 |
| 5 | $6,448 | $3,224 | $1,217 |
| 6 | $7,394 | $3,697 | $1,463 |
| 7 | $8,340 | $4,170 | $1,616 |
| 8 | $9,288 | $4,644 | $1,841 |
No asset limit for most households in West Virginia under its broad-based rule.
Estimate your benefit for West VirginiaWest Virginia rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. West Virginia had a USDA waiver, but a court blocked it on June 22, 2026 (Aragon v. Rollins). It restricts soda.Waiver blocked by a court
- Hot meals at restaurants. West Virginia does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. West Virginia 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. West Virginia took part in Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) in 2026.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 | $518 | $330 | n/d |
Where to use EBT in West Virginia
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 20 stores that take SNAP online in West Virginia:
- ALDI
- Amazon
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Dollar General
- Family Dollar
- Food Lion
- Giant Eagle
- Gopuff
- Martin's
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- Save A Lot
- Sheetz, Inc.
- St. Marys Galaxy
- Sunset Berry Farm
- Target
- Thrive Market
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Weis Markets
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in West Virginia?
Mountain State Card. The program is called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
What is the SNAP income limit in West Virginia for 4 people?
$5,500 a month gross (200% of the poverty line) and $2,750 net, from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027.
How do I check my EBT balance in West Virginia?
Call 866-545-6502, the EBT customer service line, or look at your last receipt.
Can I buy soda with SNAP in West Virginia?
West Virginia had a USDA waiver, but a court blocked it on June 22, 2026 (Aragon v. Rollins). It restricts soda.
Sources: USDA SNAP State Directory of Resources (state entry updated August 10, 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.