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πŸ’° Earned Income Tax Credit in Highland Park, Middlesex County, New Jersey β€” 2026

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