Child Tax Credit Calculator

Estimate your 2026 child tax credit, including the income phase out, for each qualifying child under 17.

Quick answer: Child Tax Credit Calculator: Estimate your 2026 child tax credit, including the income phase out, for each qualifying child under 17. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.

How to use Child Tax Credit Calculator

  1. Enter your values in the fields.
  2. The results update instantly as you type.
  3. Note or copy the numbers you need.

Features

How it works

The credit is 2,200 per child. Above the income threshold it falls by 50 for every 1,000 (or part) of extra income.

Worked example

Two children and 90,000 of income get the full 4,400 credit. At 215,000 single income the credit falls by 750 to 3,650.

Good to know

These are planning estimates, not tax or legal advice. Rules and limits change, so confirm at irs.gov, uscis.gov, ssa.gov or with a professional.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the credit?

Up to 2,200 per qualifying child under 17 for 2026. It phases out by 50 for each 1,000 of income over 200,000 (single) or 400,000 (joint).

Is it refundable?

Part of it is. The refundable portion is limited (about 1,700 per child) and needs earned income.

What about other dependents?

Other dependents may qualify for a 500 credit. This tool covers children under 17.

Is the Child Tax Credit Calculator free?

Yes. It is free, needs no signup and works on any device.

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