SNAP · Wisconsin
Wisconsin SNAP: Wisconsin QUEST card, phone numbers and deposit days
In Wisconsin, SNAP is called FoodShare and benefits load on the Wisconsin QUEST card. 654,525 people were on SNAP in Wisconsin in July 2026, down 3.2% from July 2025 (676,206). 4,246 stores in the state take SNAP.
Wisconsin SNAP and EBT phone numbers
- EBT card help: Wisconsin QUEST cardBalance, lost or stolen card, PIN877-415-5164
- FoodShare help lineApplications, interviews, case questions800-362-3002
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 15 days of every month, based on the eight digit of the client’s SSN.
See the full deposit tableIncome limits in Wisconsin
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin under its broad-based rule.
Estimate your benefit for WisconsinWisconsin rules at a glance
- Soda and candy. No soda or candy restriction for Wisconsin on the USDA list.No restriction listed
- Hot meals at restaurants. Wisconsin does not run the Restaurant Meals Program, so SNAP cannot buy hot restaurant meals there.No
- Work rules. Wisconsin has time limit waivers for some areas in the first quarter of FY2027.Details
- Summer EBT for kids. Wisconsin 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 | $870 | $436 | $106 |
Where to use EBT in Wisconsin
Counties with the most stores:
Online stores that take SNAP
The USDA state directory lists 29 stores that take SNAP online in Wisconsin:
- ALDI
- Amazon
- Basha's Dine
- Capital Centre Market
- Costco
- CVS Banners
- Dashmart
- Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
- Dollar General
- Family Dollar
- Gopuff
- Gordon Food Services
- HyVee
- Jerry’s Foods
- Meijer
- Metro Market
- Miller and Son's Supermarket
- Pick N Save
- Ptacek's IGA
- Sam’s Club Scan and Go
- Save A Lot
- Schnuck’s Market
- Target
- Thrive Market
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Whole Foods
- Williamson Street Grocery Co-op
- Woodman’s Markets
Common questions
What is the EBT card called in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin QUEST card. The program is called FoodShare.
What is the SNAP income limit in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
Call 877-415-5164, the EBT customer service line, or look at your last receipt.
Can I buy soda with SNAP in Wisconsin?
No soda or candy restriction for Wisconsin 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.