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πŸ’° Earned Income Tax Credit in City of Orange, Essex County, New Jersey β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for City of Orange residents

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