🇺🇸 USAGovBenefits.com — Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Home›Illinois›Henderson County›Earned Income Tax Credit›Media
TAX — IL

💰 Earned Income Tax Credit in Media, Henderson County, Illinois — 2026

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

Up to $7,830/yrMax Benefit
1-800-829-1040Helpline
ILState
Income limits by family sizeFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Media, 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.

📝 How to Apply — Media, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Income limits by family size. Family of 4 in Media: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/earned-income-tax-credit/eitc-eligibility — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 1-800-829-1040
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Media residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Henderson County Office
Visit offices near Media. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Media
  • W-2 or 1099 forms
  • Social Security numbers
  • Filing status docs
❓ FAQs — Earned Income Tax Credit in Media
Who qualifies for Earned Income Tax Credit in Media, Illinois?
Residents of Media, Henderson County, Illinois with income at or below Income limits by family size. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-829-1040.
How to apply for Earned Income Tax Credit in Media?
Apply online at www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/earned-income-tax-credit/eitc-eligibility, call 1-800-829-1040, or visit Henderson County office.
Is there a Earned Income Tax Credit office in Media?
The nearest office is in Henderson County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in Media, Illinois
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Earned Income Tax Credit
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-829-1040 ← Back to Henderson County
🔔 Illinois Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Earned Income Tax Credit changes in Illinois.
📌 All Benefits in Media
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks