For individuals seeking financial assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, understanding which sources qualify as income is essential. One common question that arises is whether child support payments are considered income when determining SNAP eligibility.
The answer to this question is yes, child support payments do count as income for food stamps. This means that the amount of child support received will be factored into the calculation of a household’s total income, which in turn affects the amount of SNAP benefits they may be eligible to receive. It’s important to note that child support is considered unearned income for SNAP purposes, which includes income not received from employment, such as Social Security benefits, pensions, and alimony.