Food Assistance in Harris County, Texas: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers

Harris County has 1,513 SNAP-authorized retailers (grocery stores, supermarkets, farmers markets) where SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, and the Feeding America food bank serving the county (Houston Food Bank). By USDA store type, the largest groups are other SNAP retailers (675), grocery store (299), and super store (246). They are spread across 28 cities and towns, with the most in Houston, Katy, and Pasadena. In Texas, SNAP is administered; see the official Texas SNAP page to apply or find an office.

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1,513 SNAP-authorized retailers

1 Food banks serving this county

28 Cities

Food bank serving Harris County

Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Harris County. Call ahead to ask about pantry locations, hours and what to bring.

Houston Food Bank

535 Portwall Street, Houston, TX 77029713.223.3700

Feeding America member

14625 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77083

Super store

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Zaina Supermarket

2735 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77063

Grocery store

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Cities in Harris County

Atascocita Baytown Bellaire Channelview Crosby Cypress Deer Park Friendswood Galena Park Highlands Hockley Houston Huffman Humble Jacinto City Jersey Village Katy Kingwood La Porte Pasadena Seabrook South Houston Spring Stafford Sugar Land Tomball Waller Webster

SNAP Eligibility Quick Reference

A household of 4 in Texas can earn up to $3,575/month and receive up to $1,023/month in SNAP benefits. View full Texas eligibility table. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page, Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.

Nearby counties in Texas

Looking beyond Harris County? Browse SNAP retailers and food banks in nearby counties, or see all of Texas.

Montgomery County193 Fort Bend County210 Waller County21 Grimes County14 Liberty County56 San Jacinto County11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which food bank serves Harris County?

Feeding America lists Houston Food Bank as serving Harris 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.

Where can I use SNAP/EBT in Harris County?

This directory lists 1,513 USDA SNAP-authorized retailers in Harris County. The cities with the most are Houston, Katy, and Pasadena. Scroll to the retailer list for addresses and directions.

What are the SNAP income limits?

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.

How do I find a food pantry near me?

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.