Exemption Allowance Amounts

Exemption Allowance
  
2007
2008
Exemption Allowance
$3,400
$3,500
The allowance is reduced if AGI exceeds the amount for the filing status.
Filing Status
AGI*
AGI**
Single
$156,400
$159,950
Married Filing Jointly
$234,600
$239,950
Married Filing Separately
$117,300
$119,975
Head of Household
$195,500
$199,950
Qualifying Widow(er)
$234,600
$239,950


*The exemption for 2007 cannot be reduced below $1,133.
**The exemption for 2008 cannot be reduced below $2,333.