Children Calculator
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About the Children Calculator
Enter your household income, number of qualifying children under 17, filing status and state. The calculator applies a credit of 2,200 dollars per child, reduced for higher incomes, and compares your tax with and without it.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Child Tax Credit?
This calculator uses 2,200 dollars per qualifying child, reduced by 50 dollars for every 1,000 dollars of income above 200,000 dollars for single and head of household filers, or 400,000 dollars for married couples filing jointly.
Who counts as a qualifying child?
Generally a child under 17 who lives with you and meets IRS dependency tests. Check IRS guidance for your situation.
Is the result exact?
These results are estimates for planning, not tax advice. They do not include local taxes, health insurance, or other payroll deductions.