Minimum taxable income for indivuals who must file income taxes:
Filing Status
Age at December 31, 2016
Must file if gross income is
Single Under 65 at least $10,350
65 or over 65 at least $11,900
Married Filing Jointly Both spouses under 65 at least $20,700
Both spouses 65 or over at least $23,200
One spouse under 65 at least $21,950
Married Filing Separately N/A at least $4,050
Head of Household Under 65 at least $13,350
65 or over at least $14,900
Qualifying Widow(er) Under 65 at least $16,650
65 or over at least $17,900
