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💰 Earned Income Tax Credit in Amherst, Fillmore County, Minnesota — 2026

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

Up to $7,830/yrMax Benefit
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Income limits by family sizeFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — Amherst, Minnesota
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 — Amherst, Minnesota
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Income limits by family size. Family of 4 in Amherst: $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 Amherst residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Fillmore County Office
Visit offices near Amherst. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — Amherst
  • W-2 or 1099 forms
  • Social Security numbers
  • Filing status docs
❓ FAQs — Earned Income Tax Credit in Amherst
Who qualifies for Earned Income Tax Credit in Amherst, Minnesota?
Residents of Amherst, Fillmore County, Minnesota 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 Amherst?
Apply online at www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/earned-income-tax-credit/eitc-eligibility, call 1-800-829-1040, or visit Fillmore County office.
Is there a Earned Income Tax Credit office in Amherst?
The nearest office is in Fillmore County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
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🚀 Apply for Earned Income Tax Credit
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