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The EITC gives working families a federal tax credit of up to $5,657.
You apply for the EITC when you file your federal income taxes.
This tax season and again next year, there are new rules that allow families with 3 or more qualifying children
to earn slightly more income and claim a higher credit amount that families with 2 or fewer children.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the EITC, your household income must be less than the amount listed below.
| Filing Status |
Single |
Married Filing Jointly |
Maximum Credit Amount |
| Three or more qualiying children and income less than: |
$43,279 |
$48,279 |
$5,657 |
| Two qualifying children and income less than: |
$40,295 |
$45,295 |
$5,028 |
| One qualifying child and income less than: |
$35,463 |
$40,463 |
$3,043 |
| No qualifying child and income less than: |
$13,440 |
$18,440 |
$457 |
Note: You may earn up to $3,100 in additional investment income and still qualify.
For additional information about the EITC,
click here.
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