What was the single standard deduction for 2016?
$6,300
The 2016 standard deduction amounts will be as follows: Single or married filing separately: $6,300. Married filing jointly: $12,600. Head of household: $9,300.
What are the tax brackets for a single individual?
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| Tax rate | Single | Head of household |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | $0 to $9,950 | $0 to $14,200 |
| 12% | $9,951 to $40,525 | $14,201 to $54,200 |
| 22% | $40,526 to $86,375 | $54,201 to $86,350 |
| 24% | $86,376 to $164,925 | $86,351 to $164,900 |
How much do you have to make to file taxes in 2016?
Here are some basic guidelines: For single dependents who are under the age of 65 and not blind, you generally must file a federal income tax return if your unearned income (such as from dividends or interest) was more than $1,050 or if your earned income (such as from wages or salary) was more than $6,300.
What was the federal tax bracket in 2016?
The Federal income tax has 7 brackets: 10%, 15%, 25%, 28%, 33%, 35%, and 39.6%….Single.
| Taxable Income | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0—$9,275 | 10% |
| $9,276—$37,650 | $927.50 plus 15% of the amount over $9,275 |
| $37,651—$91,150 | $5,183.75 plus 25% of the amount over $37,650 |
| $91,151—$190,150 | $18,558.75 plus 28% of the amount over $91,150 |
What happened to personal exemptions on 1040?
The deduction for personal exemptions is suspended (reduced to $0) for tax years 2018 through 2025. If a taxpayer can be claimed as a dependent on a taxpayer’s return, they must check the box on Form 1040 that indicates that they can be claimed as a dependent.
Can you still file a 2016 tax return?
The short answer is yes, you can still file a 2016 tax return. If you’re owed a refund, you can still claim it, and if you owe the IRS money, they’ll still be glad to receive it.