Food Assistance in Lyon County, Iowa: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers
Lyon County has 6 SNAP-authorized retailers (grocery stores, supermarkets, farmers markets) where SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, and the Feeding America food bank serving the county (Food Bank for the Heartland). By USDA store type, the largest groups are other SNAP retailers (4) and grocery store (2). They are spread across 3 cities and towns, with the most in George, Larchwood, and Rock Rapids. In Iowa, SNAP is administered as the Food Assistance; see the official Iowa SNAP page to apply or find an office.
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SNAP-authorized retailers
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Food banks serving this county
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Cities
Food bank serving Lyon County
Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Lyon County. Call ahead to ask about pantry locations, hours and what to bring.
Food bank data: Feeding America member network, retrieved 2026-10-18.
SNAP-authorized retailers in Lyon County
Dollar General 19990
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 21168
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 4555
Other SNAP retailerLarchwood Food Center
Grocery storeSunshine Foods
Other SNAP retailerTotal Stop Food Store
Grocery storeCities in Lyon County
George
Larchwood
Rock Rapids
SNAP Eligibility Quick Reference
A household of 4 in Iowa can earn up to $3,575/month and receive up to $1,023/month in SNAP benefits. View full Iowa eligibility table. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page, Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Feeding America lists Food Bank for the Heartland as serving Lyon County. See the contact details above. Food banks supply the local pantries, so calling them is the quickest way to find where to get food today.
This directory lists 6 USDA SNAP-authorized retailers in Lyon County. The cities with the most are George, Larchwood, and Rock Rapids. Scroll to the retailer list for addresses and directions.
For Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027, USDA FNS lists a maximum gross monthly income of $3,575 (130% of the poverty line) and a maximum monthly benefit of $1,023 for a household of 4 in the 48 contiguous states and DC; Alaska and Hawaii have higher limits. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page.
Contact the regional food bank listed on this page, because food banks supply the pantries in their area. You can also call 211 or use the Feeding America food bank locator. This site does not publish individual pantry hours.