2026 state EITC calculator
Turn a known federal earned income credit into a state estimate—without flattening choice states or independent formulas into a misleading number.
How much state EITC can I claim in 2026?
Select your state and enter the federal EITC from your return. For a verified percentage state, this calculator returns the state amount and refundability together. For Delaware and Virginia it shows both taxpayer choices. For state-specific formulas or incomplete primary evidence it gives an official handoff instead of a guessed estimate.
- Washington remains eligible despite having no broad-based income tax
- South Carolina's result is nonrefundable, capped at $200, and for full-year residents only
- Choice states show both options
- Independent formulas fail closed
Source:Primary state revenue and statute excerpts in the state EITC registry
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South Carolina
2026 state result
Gross credit (before the tax-liability limit)
$200
nonrefundable
Nonrefundable: it can only reduce South Carolina income tax you'd otherwise owe (after any nonrefundable credits taken before it), so it is worth less, or $0, if that tax is smaller.
125% of federal EITC, nonrefundable, subject to a new $200 cap for tax year 2026.
- Full-year South Carolina residents only.
Frequently asked questions
How does this state EITC calculator work?
Enter the federal EITC from your federal return or the federal EITC calculator. The tool applies a state percentage only when a primary state source supports the current or latest-published formula and refundability; the row identifies the source year when it is earlier than 2026. Independent and unverified formulas fail closed to an official handoff.
Why does the calculator show two Delaware or Virginia results?
Those states offer taxpayer choices. The tool preserves both the refundable and nonrefundable options side by side and identifies the larger gross credit; your usable nonrefundable amount still cannot exceed state tax liability.
Why is there no estimate for California, Connecticut, Minnesota, Washington or Wisconsin?
Those credits require facts beyond the federal EITC amount or recompute the base under state law. Converting them to a single federal percentage would give a false answer, so the tool links to the state authority.
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Sources & References
Primary references used for this content
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
The federal credit that most state EITCs are set as a percentage of
View on irs.gov
Earned Income Credit (EIC)
Federal EITC rules and the income limits state credits are computed from
View on irs.gov
State Tax Agencies Directory
Every state revenue department — the authority for state figures
View on taxadmin.org
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice. Results may vary based on your specific circumstances. Consult a qualified CPA or tax professional for personalized guidance.