Tax Year 2021 Income Limits and Range of EITC
| Number of Qualifying Children | For Single/Head of Household or Qualifying Widow(ed), or Married Filing Separately*, Income Must be Less Than | For Married Filing Jointly, Income Must be Less Than | Range of EITC |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Child | $21,430 | $27,380 | $2 to $1,502 |
| One Child | $42,158 | $48,108 | $9 to $3,618 |
| Two Children | $47,915 | $53,865 | $10 to $5,980 |
| Three or More Children | $51,464 | $57,414 | $11 to $6,728 |
*Taxpayers claiming the EITC who file Married Filing Separately must meet the eligibility requirements under the special rule in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021. See Who Qualifies for the EITC.
Income Limits and Amount of EITC for additional tax years