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💰 Earned Income Tax Credit in Kent, Portage County, Ohio — 2026

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

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