Indiana Earned Income Tax Credit
The EITC is often cited as one of the most effective anti-poverty programs, lifting more children out of poverty than any other programs in the nation.
Indiana piggybacks onto the federal EITC by adding an additional 10% to the federal allocation and it’s fully refundable. However, Indiana has separated itself from the federal guidelines by adopting different income thresholds.
As a result, married couples who jointly file their taxes will have a higher income limit, while taxpayers with three or more dependents are eligible for greater credit.
FAQ
How much is Indiana Earned Income Credit?
| NO. OF CHILD | EITC |
|---|---|
| 0 | $65 |
| 1 | $433 |
| 2 | $715 |
| 3 or more | $805 |
Can I get a refund if I owe no tax in Indiana?
If your Indiana EITC is $805 and you owe $0 in state income tax, and you receive the full $805 as a refund as illustrated in the table below:
| Sample Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|
| Indiana EITC | $805 |
| Tax Owed | $0 |
| Refundable Credit | $805 |
How do I claim the Indiana EITC?
According to the Indiana Department of Revenue, you must enclose Schedule IN-EIC with your Indiana tax return (Form IT-40 or IT-40PNR) to claim the credit. Unlike the federal credit, Indiana requires a qualifying child, and you must have claimed the federal earned income credit.1
Indiana Department of Revenue
(317) 232-2240
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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Indiana Department of Revenue, Indiana’s Earned Income Credit . ↩
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