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New Jersey Earned Income Tax Credit

New Jersey offers its own EITC on top of the federal credit. New Jersey EITC — 40% of federal. If you qualify for the federal EITC, you almost certainly qualify for this one too — just make sure to claim it when you file your state return. Most tax-prep software does this automatically.

Avg Benefit
New Jersey EITC — 40% of federal
Est. Time
20 min
Recert
Every 12 mo
Who qualifies

If you qualify for the federal EITC and filed a federal return, you qualify for the state EITC. Must file a state tax return (even if you don't owe taxes) to claim it.

Documents needed
  • W-2s and 1099s for the year
  • SSN for you, spouse, and any qualifying children
  • Federal tax return (to copy EITC amount)
  • State tax form
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New Jersey Department of Revenue
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