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πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Child Tax Credit in Berkeley, Cook, Illinois β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Berkeley residents

Up to $2,000 per childMax Benefit
1-800-829-1040Helpline
ILState
Phase out above $200kFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Berkeley, Illinois
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Berkeley, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Phase out above $200k. Family of 4 in Berkeley: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-829-1040
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Berkeley residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Cook Office
Visit offices near Berkeley. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Berkeley
  • Child Social Security numbers
  • Proof of relationship
  • Tax return Form 1040
❓ FAQs β€” Child Tax Credit in Berkeley
Who qualifies for Child Tax Credit in Berkeley, Illinois?
Residents of Berkeley, Cook, Illinois with income at or below Phase out above $200k. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-829-1040.
How to apply for Child Tax Credit in Berkeley?
Apply online at www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/child-tax-credit, call 1-800-829-1040, or visit Cook office.
Is there a Child Tax Credit office in Berkeley?
The nearest office is in Cook. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Illinois Alerts 2026
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