Which States Are Sending Stimulus Checks in May 2025? Here’s the Full List

As inflation, rising costs, and tariff-driven price hikes continue to stretch household budgets across the country, several states are stepping in with targeted economic relief.

It’s getting more expensive to live—but you may qualify for financial relief!

While the federal government is no longer issuing nationwide stimulus checks, some state-level programs are active in May 2025, delivering financial support to eligible residents.

Here’s a breakdown of the four states offering direct payments this month—and how they’re helping offset the economic pressure many families are facing.

 

1. California: $725 Monthly Family Support

California’s Sacramento Family First initiative is providing $725 monthly payments to eligible families with young children.

This pilot program, designed to reduce financial strain from childcare and rising household expenses, is available in select ZIP codes within Sacramento, Fresno, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles counties.

Eligibility criteria:

• Reside in a qualifying ZIP code

• Have at least one child under the age of 5

• Earn below the program’s income threshold

Funds are disbursed via direct deposit for up to 12 months.

In a period marked by escalating inflation and high childcare costs, this support serves as a vital buffer against economic insecurity.

 

2. Pennsylvania: Property/Rent Rebates Up to $800

Pennsylvania continues to operate its Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, offering up to $800 annually for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

This initiative aims to relieve the burden of fixed housing expenses that have grown heavier due to inflation and housing market volatility.

Who qualifies:

• Residents aged 65+

• Widows/widowers aged 50+

• Adults with disabilities aged 18+

Income limits:

• Up to $35,000/year for homeowners

• Up to $15,000/year for renters

As utility rates and property taxes climb, this rebate can provide critical relief to those on fixed incomes.

 

3. Colorado: TABOR Refunds Up to $1,600

Under Colorado’s Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR), the state is returning part of its revenue surplus to taxpayers. Payments are based on 2024 tax filings:

• $800 for individual filers

• $1,600 for joint filers

Eligible residents must have filed their 2024 state tax return.

Payments—distributed between March and June 2025—help residents cover essentials amid persistent inflation and the impact of rising consumer prices driven in part by global tariff pressures.

 

4. Alaska: $1,702 Permanent Fund Dividend

Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) continues in May 2025, offering a $1,702 one-time payment to qualifying residents.

Funded by the state’s oil revenue surplus, this dividend helps offset the state’s high cost of living, which has been further exacerbated by inflationary pressures and logistical cost surges.

To qualify:

• Be a continuous Alaska resident for at least one year

• Have not spent more than 180 days outside Alaska during the eligibility year

• Have no disqualifying criminal or financial history

For many Alaskans, the PFD is a significant income supplement used to cover annual necessities.

 

Check Your State for Additional Assistance

While these four states have confirmed active payments in May 2025, other states may offer localized tax credits, utility rebates, or economic relief programs in response to ongoing price instability.

Residents are encouraged to check their state’s revenue or social services department for updates, as assistance programs may launch without extensive advance notice.

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