Maryland EBT Deposit Dates 2026 (Food Stamp Schedule)
In Maryland, SNAP benefits for October 2026 are loaded between October 4, 2026 and October 23, 2026, based on the first three letters of your last name. Find your exact date below.
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Maryland SNAP deposit schedule — October 2026
Exact dates for this month, from the official USDA issuance schedule for Maryland.
| Last name between | Deposit date |
|---|---|
| AAA–BAO | Sunday, October 4, 2026 |
| BAP–BQZ | Monday, October 5, 2026 |
| BRA–CAQ | Tuesday, October 6, 2026 |
| CAR–COQ | Wednesday, October 7, 2026 |
| COR–DIZ | Thursday, October 8, 2026 |
| DJA–FIS | Friday, October 9, 2026 |
| FIT–GON | Saturday, October 10, 2026 |
| GOO–HAX | Sunday, October 11, 2026 |
| HAY–JAB | Monday, October 12, 2026 |
| JAC–KIM | Tuesday, October 13, 2026 |
| KIN–LOX | Wednesday, October 14, 2026 |
| LOY–MCO | Thursday, October 15, 2026 |
| MCP–NEF | Friday, October 16, 2026 |
| NEG–PGZ | Saturday, October 17, 2026 |
| PHA–RIC | Sunday, October 18, 2026 |
| RID–SDZ | Monday, October 19, 2026 |
| SEA–STC | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 |
| STD–TRA | Wednesday, October 21, 2026 |
| TRB–WES | Thursday, October 22, 2026 |
| WET–ZZZ | Friday, October 23, 2026 |
Source: official USDA SNAP monthly issuance schedule.
How Maryland decides your deposit date
What sets your date
Maryland staggers SNAP issuance based on the first three letters of your last name.
Monthly window
Benefits go out over the 4th – 23rd of each month.
Weekends & holidays
Deposits are electronic and load even on weekends and holidays.
Same date every month
Your assigned day doesn't change from month to month.
How much is SNAP in fiscal year 2026?
Maximum monthly allotments for the 48 contiguous states and D.C., effective October 2025 – September 2026.
All amounts are monthly maximums. Source: official USDA FY 2026 COLA. Your exact amount depends on household income and deductions.
Frequently asked questions
When do food stamps come in Maryland in October 2026?
In Maryland, SNAP benefits go out from October 4, 2026 to October 23, 2026, based on the first three letters of your last name. Find your exact date in the table on this page.
What time do EBT deposits hit in Maryland?
Most states load EBT benefits in the early morning hours of your scheduled day — often between midnight and 6:00 AM local time. Your balance is usually ready before stores open. If it's your scheduled day and the balance hasn't updated by the morning, check again after 8:00 AM before calling.
Do EBT deposits arrive on weekends or holidays in Maryland?
Yes, in most states — EBT deposits are electronic, so they are generally loaded on the scheduled day even when it falls on a weekend or holiday. Maryland follows calendar days, so your date does not shift for weekends.
What determines my SNAP deposit date in Maryland?
Maryland staggers monthly SNAP issuance based on the first three letters of your last name. This is set by the state agency and approved by the USDA — you cannot choose or change your deposit date.
How much SNAP can I get in Maryland in 2026?
For fiscal year 2026 (October 2025 – September 2026), the maximum monthly allotment in the 48 contiguous states and D.C. is $298 for one person, $994 for a family of four, and $1,789 for eight (plus $218 per additional member). The minimum benefit for 1–2 person households is $24. Your exact amount depends on your household income and deductions.
Do you also receive SSI or Social Security? Those payments follow a different federal calendar — SSI on the 1st, Social Security on a Wednesday based on your birthday. Check your exact dates at Social Security Tracker, our companion site.
Helpful guides
Deposit late or missing?
The most common causes and exactly who to contact.
What time do food stamps hit?
Typical loading times, from midnight to early morning.
Weekend & holiday deposits
Which states load on weekends and which skip them.
How to check your EBT balance
Apps, phone numbers, and receipts — state by state.
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