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πŸ’° Earned Income Tax Credit in Ames, Liberty County, Texas β€” 2026

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

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