Food Assistance in Jefferson County, Mississippi: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers
Jefferson County has 3 SNAP-authorized retailers (grocery stores, supermarkets, farmers markets) where SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, and the Feeding America food bank serving the county (Mississippi Food Network). By USDA store type, the largest groups are other SNAP retailers (2) and grocery store (1). All of them are in Fayette. In Mississippi, SNAP is administered; see the official Mississippi 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 Jefferson County
Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Jefferson 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 Jefferson County
Dollar General 11496
Other SNAP retailerFamily Dollar 13649
Other SNAP retailerFayette Supermarket
Grocery storeCities in Jefferson County
Fayette
SNAP Eligibility Quick Reference
A household of 4 in Mississippi can earn up to $3,575/month and receive up to $1,023/month in SNAP benefits. View full Mississippi eligibility table. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page, Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Feeding America lists Mississippi Food Network as serving Jefferson 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 3 USDA SNAP-authorized retailers in Jefferson County. The cities with the most are Fayette. 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.