What is the income limit minimum to file taxes for one year?

Answer 1

Depends on the year in question, what your status is (ie single, mfj, mfs, widow/er) and if you are listed as a dependant on someone elses taxes.

Answer 2

Can you be a little more specific on your question, it doesn't really make sense. Can someone claim you as a dependent? Then the minimum would be the standard deduction rate, which usually changes year to year. So, lets say the standard deduction rate is $5400 for someone single with no dependents at all and you're just filing a 1040 EZ, then you can make $5400 and not have to file since they would zero each other out, but if you had taxes taken out of your check, you'd definately want to file to get your money refunded. I'm assuming this is what you're referring to, if not, provide more details and I"ll help you out.

Answer 3

While the previous two answers provide some of the information, it depends on the amount of income you have and from what sources (pay, interest, business, etc).
Also, were taxes withheld from money you were paid? If yes, you could be entitled to those monies back, but can only get them if you file - even if you are below the minimum filing threshold.

Answer 4

Do you mean the minimum income for which you are REQUIRED to file? If you had anything withheld, you are permitted to file for a refund even (or especially) if you are not required to file. Generally, you Must file if your income is more than the sum of your standard deduction + personal exemption. AKA if it is possible for your taxable income to exceed $0.00. The amount of both your exemption and your standard deduction depend on factors not stated in your question. These include your filing status and if someone else (usually your parents) can claim you on their return.

Answer 5

The 1040EZ says at least $8,200 or more for a single person, and $16,400 for a married person filing jointly.

SEE: http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc351.html For full details.