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Child Tax Credit Calculator 2026
Estimate your federal Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Credit for Other Dependents (ODC) for the 2026 tax year, including the refundable Additional CTC.
FINANCEEstimate the federal Child Tax Credit ($2,000 per qualifying child under 17) and Credit for Other Dependents ($500 per ODC) for 2026. Includes phase-out and refundable Additional CTC.
Phase-out reduces the credit by $50 per $1,000 of AGI above $200K (single/HoH) or $400K (MFJ). The refundable portion (ACTC) is 15% of earned income above $2,500, capped at $1,700/child in 2026. Qualifying children must have an SSN, be a US citizen/resident, live with you over 6 months, and you provide over 50% support.
Disclaimer: 2026 figures projected per TCJA permanence and IRS indexing. State CTCs (CA, NY, CO) may stack additional credit. Consult IRS Pub 972 or a tax professional.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Child Tax Credit Calculator 2026 for?
Estimate the federal Child Tax Credit ($2,000 per qualifying child under 17) and Credit for Other Dependents ($500 per ODC) for 2026. Includes phase-out and refundable Additional CTC.
How do I use the Child Tax Credit Calculator 2026?
Phase-out reduces the credit by $50 per $1,000 of AGI above $200K (single/HoH) or $400K (MFJ). The refundable portion (ACTC) is 15% of earned income above $2,500, capped at $1,700/child in 2026. Qualifying children must have an SSN, be a US citizen/resident, live with you over 6 months, and you provide over 50% support.
How accurate are my child tax credit 2026 results?
2026 figures projected per TCJA permanence and IRS indexing. State CTCs (CA, NY, CO) may stack additional credit. Consult IRS Pub 972 or a tax professional.
Is the Child Tax Credit Calculator 2026 free to use?
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