South Dakota EBT Deposit Dates — December 2026 (Food Stamp Schedule)

In South Dakota, December 2026 SNAP benefits are loaded onto all EBT cards on Thursday, December 10, 2026.

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All South Dakota deposit dates in December 2026

From the official USDA issuance schedule for South Dakota.

Who gets paidDeposit date
All SNAP householdsThursday, December 10, 2026

Source: official USDA SNAP monthly issuance schedule.

Which December date is yours?

What sets your date

South Dakota staggers issuance by a single statewide date.

Monthly window

Benefits go out over the 10th of the month.

Weekends & holidays

Deposits load even on weekends and holidays.

Deposit time

Usually loaded between midnight and 6 AM on your scheduled day.

How much is SNAP in December 2026?

$298
Household of 1 — maximum
$994
Household of 4 — maximum
$24
Minimum benefit (1–2 people)

Monthly amounts for the 48 contiguous states and D.C. Source: USDA FY 2026 COLA.

Frequently asked questions

When do food stamps come in South Dakota in December 2026?

All South Dakota SNAP households receive their December 2026 benefits on Thursday, December 10, 2026.

What time will my EBT deposit hit in December?

EBT deposits are typically loaded in the early morning hours of your scheduled day — often between midnight and 6:00 AM local time — so your balance is usually available before stores open.

What if my December deposit doesn't arrive?

First confirm your scheduled date in the table above — most "missing" deposits are simply scheduled for a later day in the month. If your date has passed and the balance still hasn't loaded by the next day, call the EBT customer service number on the back of your card or contact your South Dakota SNAP office.

How is my South Dakota deposit date determined?

South Dakota staggers monthly SNAP issuance based on a single statewide date. The assignment is set by the state agency and stays the same every month.

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