Who is eligible?
You may qualify for SNAP benefits if you:
Make low wages
Have an income less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) as shown in the table
Are unemployed or work part-time
Receive other assistance payments like Colorado Works, Supplemental Security Income, etc.
Are a child
Are a student
Are an adult between 18 and 56 with no children in your home (known as ABAWDs , or able-bodied adult without dependents)
View the income limits table to determine eligibility based on your household size. (Note: These values were last updated on Oct. 1, 2024.)
You can also check your eligibility with the pre-screening tool on the Colorado PEAK website, or check if the SNAP work rules apply to you to see if you qualify for an exemption or what you’ll need to do to keep your benefits.