$158/month

You can apply for all the people living in your home who buy and fix meals with you (defined as a “household”). To be eligible for SNAP, your household must meet the following basic guidelines:

• All members must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully present non-citizen. 
• All members must meet certain work requirements (unemployed adults, age 18 to 53).
• The household must meet certain income limits.
• All members included in the food benefit household must have a Social Security number.

The amount of money you will get in Oklahoma SNAP benefits depends on:

• How much you earn from your job or other income you receive, like Social Security
• How many people live with you

What are the Oklahoma SNAP income limits?

The chart below shows the maximum monthly gross and net income households can earn and still get SNAP benefits. In Oklahoma:

• Most households must meet a gross income limit of 130% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). 
• Households with a person age 60+ who cannot purchase and prepare meals separately because of a permanent disability must meet a gross income limit of 165%.
• Households with a member who has a disability or is age 60+ must meet a net income limit of 100% FPL.

What do the terms “gross” and “net” mean? 

• Gross monthly income is the amount before taxes or other deductions are taken out.
• Net monthly income is what is left of gross income after certain allowable expenses are subtracted. 

These figures are effective for 2024 (Oct. 1, 2024 – Sept. 30, 2025). You can use the site you’re currently on to check your eligibility—just scroll up and click on the black button that says ‘See If You May Be Eligible.’

You may qualify for deductions that reduce your countable income. This can help your household meet the SNAP income limit. Common deductions include:

• Earned income deduction (20%)
• Standard deduction (based on household size)
• Maximum shelter cost deduction
• Homeless shelter deduction
• Utilities standard deduction(s)

A CDHS case worker can tell you which deductions your household qualifies for.

What are the Oklahoma SNAP resource (asset) limits?

Most SNAP households are subject to a resource limit, which is $2,750 in countable resources (such as cash or money in a bank account) or $4,250 in countable resources if at least one member of the household is age 60 or older, or has a disability. If you own a home, the home and the land it sits on are not counted toward the resource limit. Most retirement and pension plans are not counted (although withdrawals from these plans may be counted as income). 

How do I prepare to apply?

How do I apply for SNAP in Oklahoma?

The quickest and easiest way to apply for SNAP in Oklahoma is online. You’ll be glad to know that when you do, all your personal information is kept 100% confidential and protected by special security technology. To get started:

• Visit the OKDHSLive! website. 
  • If you want to check your eligibility before applying, click on the box that says 'Screening' and complete the 'Am I Eligible' questionnaire. 
  • If you want to apply right away, click on the box that says 'Apply for benefits'.
• If you do not have an OKDHSLive! Account, click on 'Create a user ID and password' and fill out the form. 
• Once you have created an account and you are logged in, you should see your name at the top right of the screen. 
• Click 'Apply for benefits' and then enter some basic personal information.
  • If you do not have an existing case with OKDHS, you will have the option to create a new case. 
  • If you have an existing case with OKDHS based on the information you entered, you will be prompted to select the case number displayed. 
• Follow the prompts to complete the OKDHS benefits application. It should take you about 20 to 30 minutes. Fill out as much information as you can; it’s better to guess or leave some parts blank rather than wait to verify the information. You can save your application progress in the system and come back later to finish it, if necessary. 

Tips For Success

• Within the online SNAP application, you can choose a different language if your primary language is not English. OKDHS will have an interpreter available when they contact you for an interview based on this selection. 
• Refer to the SNAP Guide for step-by-step instructions on how to apply for benefits online. 
• If you need help with using the OKDHSLive! website, call 1-405-522-5050.

There are several ways to get help filling out your Oklahoma SNAP application. You can:

• Find and contact your local DHS office.
• Call the SNAP Hotline at 1-877-760-0114.
• Call a SNAP Outreach Specialist (Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma) at 1-405-600-3168 or 1-405-600-3192 (Spanish). 
• Visit a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC), if there’s one near where you live. See if there’s one in your area. 

NCOA also has a HelpLine you can call to get free support. To get started today, call 1-855-534-1245. 

It can take up to 30 days for DHS to process your SNAP application (within 7 days if you’re requesting expedited benefits). If you’re approved, the date you submit your application is the earliest date your benefits can begin.

After your application is received, you will be contacted to have an interview with a DHS worker. These are usually done over the phone, but can also be done face-to-face at your convenience. To make sure you don't miss a letter or call from your local office, it's important to check your mail regularly and pick up the phone (even for calls from “unknown” or blocked numbers). 

What can I expect during my SNAP interview?

Don’t worry—the purpose of the interview is not to try to disqualify you for benefits. It is simply to double-check the information you already provided. In addition, your DHS worker can tell you more about the program, answer any questions, and help you get any information or documents you’re having trouble providing. 

During your SNAP interview, you may be asked questions such as:

• What is your full name and birthday?
• What is your Social Security number?
• Where do you live? (You can still qualify if you are houseless.)
• Are you a U.S. citizen? (You may still qualify if you are a noncitizen.)
• What is your monthly income?
• Do you pay utilities, such as an electric bill or cable TV bill?
• What other regular bills do you have?

It’s a good idea to practice answering these questions before your interview, either in front of a mirror or with a trusted friend or family member. That way, you will feel less nervous and be able to respond with confidence.

Once all requested information is received, you will receive a letter in the mail called the Notice of Action letter. This notice will tell you if you were approved or denied for SNAP benefits. If you are approved, the notice will tell you the amount of benefits approved, when benefits will start, and the amount of income and deductions used to make the decision. If you are denied, the notice will tell you the reason why.

What happens after I am approved for SNAP?

If you are approved for Oklahoma SNAP, the letter you receive will explain your monthly benefits amount and how long you’ll get benefits for (this is called your “certification period”). For most households in Oklahoma, that period is 12 months. For households with older adults (age 60+) or people with disabilities who have no earned income, that period is 24 months. 

Shortly after you are approved for SNAP, you will receive your Oklahoma Access EBT card in the mail with instructions on how to activate and use it. The card will be loaded with your first month of benefits once they are authorized. Going forward, benefits will be deposited between the 1st and 10th day of every month, based on the last digit of your case number.

• To create or change your Oklahoma Access EBT card PIN number, check the balance on your card, or report a lost or stolen card, visit the ConnectEBT portal or download the ConnectEBT app from Google Play or the Apple AppStore. You must create a profile to register your card. You can also call the Customer Service line at 1-888-328-6551 and enter your card number.
• You must report certain changes that can impact your benefit amount. These include a change of address, increases in household income, a change in the size of your household, and a reduction in working hours for members required to work. Changes can be reported online through your OKDHSLive! account or by contacting your local DHS office.

When should you renew your SNAP benefits in Oklahoma?

You must renew your Oklahoma SNAP benefits before your certification period ends to keep receiving benefits. You’ll get a notice in the mail when it’s time to renew along with instructions on how to do so.