Children
What is Maine's share of children receiving SNAP?
Percent of Maine children enrolled in SNAP (food stamps), statewide, by year (AECF KIDS COUNT / Maine DHHS).
Maine's share of children receiving SNAP was 20.7% in 2024, down from 20.9% a year earlier.
| Period | Share of children receiving SNAP |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.7% |
| 2023 | 20.9% |
| 2022 | 19.6% |
| 2021 | 19.1% |
| 2020 | 21.7% |
| 2019 | 23.2% |
| 2018 | 22.3% |
| 2017 | 25.1% |
| 2016 | 26.1% |
| 2015 | 26.7% |
| 2014 | 27.4% |
| 2013 | 29.4% |
| 2012 | 31.7% |
| 2011 | 27.6% |
| 2010 | 26.7% |
| 2009 | 25.1% |
| 2008 | 21.8% |
| 2007 | 23.7% |
| 2006 | 20.4% |
| 2005 | 19.9% |
| 2004 | 20.0% |
| 2003 | 16.2% |
Latest: . Source: Annie E. Casey Foundation KIDS COUNT (Maine DHHS). Figures update as the source refreshes.
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MaineStats, “Share of children receiving SNAP.” Data: Annie E. Casey Foundation KIDS COUNT (Maine DHHS). Retrieved July 25, 2026. https://mainestats.org/chart/snap-children-trend
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