Wisconsin SNAP Calculator 2025

You can apply online at ACCESS.Wisconsin.gov website. You can also visit your local county office. Call 1-888-794-5780 for phone applications. The online system works 24/7 for your convenience.

A single person can earn up to $2,430 monthly. A family of four qualifies with $4,970 monthly income. These limits change based on household size. Check current Wisconsin DHS guidelines for exact amounts.

SNAP benefits range from $23 to $973 monthly. Your household size determines the amount. Income and expenses affect your benefit calculation. The average Wisconsin family receives $350 per month.

Most applications process within 30 days maximum. Emergency cases get approved in 7 days. Complete applications move faster through the system. Missing documents delay your approval timeline significantly.

You need photo ID and Social Security cards. Bring proof of income and housing costs. Bank statements from last 3 months required. Utility bills show your monthly expenses clearly.

Yes, visit ConnectEBT.com to check your balance. Call 1-888-997-9034 from any phone anytime. The mobile app shows transactions and balance. Your receipt shows remaining balance after purchases.

Use your card at grocery stores statewide. Most supermarkets and convenience stores accept EBT. Farmers markets take SNAP benefits too. Look for the "EBT Accepted" signs.

Buy fruits, vegetables, and meat products. Dairy items and bread qualify for purchase. Seeds and plants for food gardens work. You cannot buy alcohol, tobacco, or hot foods.

Yes, you must renew every 6-12 months. Wisconsin sends renewal notices by mail automatically. Submit your renewal form on time always. Late renewals may stop your benefits temporarily.

Students can qualify with specific work requirements. You need 20 hours weekly work minimum. Work-study programs count toward this requirement. Full-time students face stricter eligibility rules generally.

Report changes within 10 days of occurrence. Call your county worker directly first. Use ACCESS.Wisconsin.gov for online reporting options. Income changes affect your benefit amounts significantly.

Emergency SNAP helps disaster victims immediately. You get benefits within 7 days maximum. Natural disasters qualify for emergency assistance. Fire, flood, or severe weather triggers eligibility.

Yes, working people often qualify for benefits. Your income must stay below limits. Working families receive help buying healthy food. Part-time workers frequently qualify for assistance easily.

Call 1-888-997-9034 to report it lost. Your replacement card arrives within 7-10 days. The old card stops working immediately. Pick up emergency replacement at county offices.

Most interviews happen by phone now conveniently. The worker asks about income and expenses. Prepare your documents before the call starts. Phone interviews last 15-30 minutes typically.

Legal immigrants may qualify after waiting periods. U.S. citizens qualify immediately without restrictions. Green card holders often meet requirements. Each case gets reviewed individually by workers.

Adults 18-49 must work 20 hours weekly. Students and parents have different rules. Disabled individuals get exemptions from work requirements. Training programs count toward work hours.

You must pay back overpayment amounts immediately. Wisconsin reduces future benefits to recover money. Report income changes to avoid overpayments completely. Fraud cases face serious legal consequences.