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As a dependent on parents, do they need to include my income (which I did not owe any taxes on) on their taxes?

 
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MargaretL
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As a dependent on parents, do they need to include my income (which I did not owe any taxes on) on their taxes?

No, your parents never include your earned income on their tax return.  Your wages should be reported by you (the dependent) if they are more than $6300, or if your self-employment income is more than $400. 

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MargaretL
Expert Alumni

As a dependent on parents, do they need to include my income (which I did not owe any taxes on) on their taxes?

No, your parents never include your earned income on their tax return.  Your wages should be reported by you (the dependent) if they are more than $6300, or if your self-employment income is more than $400. 

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