Tax Refund Estimator

Estimate your 2026 federal tax refund or amount owed. Enter income, withholdings, and credits to see if you will get a refund or owe taxes. Includes child tax credit, earned income credit, and education credits.

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Income & Withholding

W-2 Wages ($)

Federal Tax Withheld ($)

Other Income ($)

Estimated Payments Made ($)

Filing Status

Deduction

Tax Credits

Children Under 17 ($2,000 each)

Other Dependents ($500 each)

Education Credits ($)

Other Credits ($)

Claim Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

How the Tax Refund Estimator Works

Enter your W-2 wages and any other income.
Enter your total federal tax withheld from W-2 Box 2.
Add any tax credits you qualify for.
See your estimated refund or amount owed.

Common Tax Credits for 2026

Child Tax Credit: $2,000 per qualifying child under 17
Other Dependent Credit: $500 per qualifying dependent
Earned Income Tax Credit: Up to $7,830 (3+ children)
American Opportunity Credit: Up to $2,500 per student
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