I had one more dependent than last year but my refund is less.

[mcfarland333]

I had 4 dependents this year and 3 last year.. but my return this year is less.

[dwr · Accepted solution]

There are any number of reasons for this.  This year: Increased income; less withholding, which is most likely; if you itemized, fewer deductions, to name just three.

DWR (Retired EA)