California Franchise Tax Board
California

A tax credit for individuals who paid rent in California for at least half of the tax year and met other eligibility criteria.

Funding Source
Tax expenditure
Program Status
Active
Website
https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/personal/credits/nonrefundable-renters-credit.html
Amount Provided
Maximum amount is NA (NA).
Data Collected by Program
Income
Program Type
Tenant tax relief
Income Eligibility Threshold
$50,000 or less
Info Source
NLIHC internet research
Last Updated
7/13/23 11:48
Other Eligibility Requirements

Paid rent in California for at least half the year on a rental property that was not tax exempt; Not claimed as a dependent; Filer or spouse/domestic partner were not given a property tax exemption during the tax year

Amount Calculation Method

Program offers a fixed amount per year

Income Eligibility Threshold Detail

$49,220 or less for single filers; $98,440 or less for married filing jointly or head of household