Do I Need To File A Tax Return? (I am under 65 years old)
If you are under 65 years old, please consult the table below to determine if you must file an income tax return. Match your filing status to the tax return year you are filing. If your gross income for that tax year is above the amount shown, you must file a tax return.
If you would like to be guided through the process of determining whether you need to file, use this handy online tool from the IRS.
| Tax Year: |
2010 |
2009 |
2008 |
2007 |
2006 |
2005 |
| Filing Status: |
|
| Single |
$9,350 |
$9,350 |
$8,950 |
$8,750 |
$8,450 |
$8,200 |
| Head of Household |
$12,050 |
$12,000 |
$11,500 |
$11,250 |
$10,850 |
$10,500 |
| Married Filing Jointly |
$18,700 |
$18,700 |
$17,900 |
$17,500 |
$16,900 |
$16,400 |
| Married Filing Separately |
$3,650 |
$3,650 |
$3,500 |
$3,400 |
$3,300 |
$3,200 |
Qualifying Widow or Widower
with Dependent Child |
$15,050 |
$15,050 |
$14,400 |
$14,100 |
$13,600 |
$13,200 |
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