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Child Tax Credit Calculator

Calculate your potential Child Tax Credit for 2026. Get up to $2,200 per qualifying child under age 17.

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Filing Status Dependents & Income Results

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Select the filing status you will use for your 2026 tax return.

Select the tax year you want to calculate for

Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates based on the information you provide. Actual credit amounts depend on your tax liability and other factors. The Child Tax Credit has specific eligibility requirements. This tool is for educational purposes and should not be considered tax advice.

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Understanding the Child Tax Credit

2026 Child Tax Credit

  • $2,200 Maximum credit per qualifying child under 17
  • $1,700 Maximum refundable amount per child (ACTC)
  • $500 Credit for other dependents (non-refundable)

Source: Rev. Proc. 2025-32 (IR-2025-103). Select a different tax year in the calculator to see that year's amounts.

Qualifying Child Requirements

  • • Age: Under 17 at the end of the tax year
  • • Relationship: Son, daughter, stepchild, foster child, sibling, or descendant
  • • Residency: Lived with you for more than half the year
  • • SSN: The child needs a valid Social Security number issued before the due date of the return. Starting in 2025, the taxpayer (or at least one spouse on a joint return) also needs a Social Security number valid for employment (IRC 24(h)(7)).

Income Phase-Out

The credit begins to phase out when your modified AGI exceeds:

  • $400,000: Married Filing Jointly
  • $200,000: All other filing statuses

The credit is reduced by $50 for every $1,000 (or part thereof) over the threshold.

Refundable vs. Non-Refundable

Non-Refundable Portion:

Reduces your tax bill but cannot exceed your tax liability.

Refundable Portion (ACTC):

Up to $1,700 per child can be refunded even if you owe no taxes. Requires at least $2,500 in earned income.

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Our tax professionals can help ensure you claim the full Child Tax Credit and all other family tax benefits you're entitled to.