Quick reference — Child Tax Credit (2025 & 2026)

Child Tax Credit — 2025 and 2026 (unchanged year-over-year):

  • Maximum credit: $2,200 per qualifying child (under age 17)
  • Refundable portion (Additional CTC): up to $1,700 per qualifying child
  • Phase-out begins at $200,000 (single) / $400,000 (married filing jointly)

Sources: IRS — Child Tax Credit · Rev. Proc. 2025-32 §4.05 (2026 — same $2,200 max / $1,700 refundable). Verified May 2026.

Do you know if your child qualifies for the Child Tax Credit?

The Child Tax Credit is an important tax credit that may be worth as much as $1,000 per qualifying child depending upon your income. I’ve created an infographic detailing the important facts you need to know about about this credit and how it may benefit your family.

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Amy Northard, CPA

Amy Northard, CPA

I’m Amy Northard, and I’m the founder of The Accountants for Creatives®. My team and I understand that the last thing you want to think about is taxes and bookkeeping. That’s why we handle the financial side of things for creatives across the US, giving you the freedom to get back to the work you love.

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