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February 5, 2025
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Does the child tax credit decrease from $2000 to $500 when a child turns 17 in the tax year? My income is below the $200,000 threshold.

  • February 5, 2025
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    Best answer by DoninGA

    For the child tax credit the child must be under the age of 17 on 12/31/2024.  A child age 17 or older is eligible for the Other Dependent Credit of $500.

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    February 5, 2025

    For the child tax credit the child must be under the age of 17 on 12/31/2024.  A child age 17 or older is eligible for the Other Dependent Credit of $500.