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The EITC gives working families a federal tax credit of up to $5,751.
You apply for the EITC when you file your federal income taxes.
This tax season, the new rules will still apply; these rules allow families with three or more qualifying children
to earn slightly more income and claim a higher credit amount than families with 2 or fewer children.
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: |
$43,998 |
$49,078 |
$5,751 |
| Two qualifying children and income less than: |
$40,964 |
$46,044 |
$5,112 |
| One qualifying child and income less than: |
$36,052 |
$41,132 |
$3,094 |
| No qualifying child and income less than: |
$13,660 |
$18,740 |
$464 |
Note: You may earn up to $3,150 in additional investment income and still qualify.
For additional information about the EITC,
click here.
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