AZSNAP Example - Calculating the Benefit Allotment
The Shelter Deduction is calculated as follows:
●The gross income minus the standard deduction equals the net income.
●The Shelter Cost is calculated by adding the allowable shelter expense and the allowable utility allowance.
●The shelter cost minus 50% of the net income is the shelter deduction used.
SSI $771 – Standard deduction $164 = $607 net income
Rent $300 + Standard Utility Allowance $278 = shelter cost $578
Shelter cost $578.00 – 50% of net income $303.50 = $274.50 shelter deduction. Eligible for the third tier ($95 Monthly Allotment).
SSI $771 - Standard deduction $164 = $607 net income
Rent $400 + no utility = shelter cost $400
Shelter cost $400 – 50% of net income $303.50 = $96.50
Eligible for the first tier ($25 Monthly Allotment).