Utah SNAP Income Limits & Eligibility Guide (2025)

See the latest Utah SNAP (Food Stamps) income limits, understand eligibility rules, and learn how to determine if you qualify. This guide covers gross and net income standards, deductions, household rules, and more.

Utah SNAP Income Eligibility Limits

To qualify for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps) in Utah, your household must meet certain income limits based on household size. SNAP considers both gross (before taxes) and net (after deductions) monthly income. Most households must meet both limits, but there are special rules for seniors and people with disabilities.

Household Size Gross Monthly Income Limit Net Monthly Income Limit
1$1,580$1,215
2$2,137$1,644
3$2,694$2,072
4$3,250$2,500
5$3,807$2,929
6$4,364$3,357
7$4,921$3,785
8$5,478$4,214
Each additional+ $557+ $429

*Limits are for most households, updated for federal fiscal year 2025. Special rules apply for elderly and disabled households. Always check with Utah DWS for the latest information.

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Estimate Your SNAP Eligibility

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How SNAP Calculates Income

SNAP uses gross income (all household income before taxes) as a starting point. Then, it applies several deductions to arrive at your net income, which is used to determine eligibility and benefit amounts. Common deductions include:

  • 20% Earned Income Deduction: For income from work.
  • Standard Deduction: Varies by household size (e.g. $198 for 1-3 people, higher for larger households).
  • Dependent Care Deduction: For out-of-pocket child or adult care needed to work or attend school.
  • Medical Expenses: For elderly or disabled members, costs over $35/month may be deducted.
  • Shelter Deduction: Includes rent, mortgage, property taxes, utilities (with maximums for non-elderly/disabled).
  • Child Support Payments: Legally owed payments made to someone outside the household.

After deductions, your net income is compared to the limit for your household size. Only households with a member who is elderly (60+) or disabled may qualify if only the net income test is met.

Who Counts in a SNAP Household?

A SNAP household is everyone who lives together and purchases and prepares food together. This can include:

  • Parents and their children (under 22 must be included with their parents)
  • Spouses living together
  • Unmarried partners who have a child together
  • Roommates who buy and cook food separately may be separate households

For more, see our Utah SNAP eligibility guide.

Utah SNAP Income Limits FAQ

Add all sources of income for everyone in your SNAP household—wages, Social Security, unemployment, child support, etc. Subtract allowable deductions (see above) to find your net income. Use our SNAP calculator for an estimate.
Households with a member who is age 60+ or disabled may qualify for SNAP if their net income is below the net limit—even if gross income is above the gross limit. They may also deduct out-of-pocket medical expenses over $35/month.
Yes! Try our Benefits Finder for a quick check or the SNAP Benefits Calculator for more detail. You can also contact Utah DWS for personalized help.
Yes, SNAP income limits are updated annually (usually October) to reflect federal poverty guidelines. Always use the most recent tables for Utah.
You will need to provide proof of income for all household members (pay stubs, award letters, etc.), identification, and proof of expenses (rent, utilities, child care, medical bills if applying for deductions). See our documents required page for full details.

Next Steps

If you think you may be eligible, you can apply online through Utah's MyCase portal or visit your local DWS office. For more details, visit our Utah SNAP guide.