District of Columbia Earned Income Tax Credit
District of Columbia, along with thirty one (31) states, offers its working low-income residents a state EITC, which is modeled after the federal guidelines and eligibility rules.
District’s EITC is offered at 100% of the federal credit and is fully refundable. In the vast majority of cases, the credit is received as a lump sum as part of a tax refund early the following year.
FAQ
How much is District Earned Income Credit?
| NO. OF CHILD | EITC |
|---|---|
| 0 | $649 |
| 1 | $4,328 |
| 2 | $7,152 |
| 3 or more | $8,046 |
A DC resident can receive a credit of up to $649 for tax year 2025 if they meet all federal and state eligibility requirements for a childless worker.
Can I get a refund if I owe no tax in DC?
If your DC EITC is $8,046 and you owe $3,000 in state income tax, the credit cancels your tax bill and you receive the remaining $5,046 as a refund as illustrated in the table below:
| Sample Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|
| DC EITC | $8,046 |
| Tax Owed | $3,000 |
| Refundable Credit | $5,046 |
How do I claim the DC EITC?
To claim the credit, you must file a D-40, District Individual Income Tax Return, which can be filed online through MyTax.DC.gov or via a paper return.
DC Office of Tax and Revenue
(202) 727-4829
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