how is food stamp amount determined
Multiply your monthly net income by 30% (0.3) and subtract that total from the maximum food assistance allotment. Households that are eligible to receive SNAP are expected to spend 30% of their net income on food. Households receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) are not required to meet income requirements. 2  You can find more information on the application process at: How to Apply for Food Stamps in the US. 3  The state will consider the resources of the household when determining eligibility for food assistance.