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Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is one of the most important numbers on your tax return because it influences how much tax you owe and which deductions, credits, and benefits you qualify for. It can even affect things like financial aid. If you\u2019re wondering how to calculate adjusted gross income, the process is fairly simple: start with your total income, then subtract certain \u201cabove-the-line\u201d adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we\u2019ll explain what adjusted gross income is, what counts as income, which adjustments can lower it, where to find AGI on your tax forms, and how it connects to related concepts like MAGI, taxable income, and programs such as FAFSA and the Affordable Care Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Is Adjusted Gross Income?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is your total taxable income for the year minus specific deductions called “adjustments to income.” The IRS explains<\/a> AGI as the number you get after you add taxable income and then subtract adjustments, with the result reported on Form 1040, Line 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think of AGI as your “income after a few special deductions, but before you take either the standard deduction or itemized deductions.” That’s why AGI sits in the middle of the federal tax return calculation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re new to taxes, it helps to first get clear on gross income and where your income shows up on common forms. A guide on calculating gross income from a W-2<\/a> is a good starting point for understanding the wage side of the equation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Calculate Your AGI<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IRS breaks AGI into a simple three-part process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Add taxable income<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Subtract adjustments to income<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Report the result as AGI on Form 1040, Line 11<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Step 1: Determine Total Gross Income<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Start by listing and adding up your income sources for the year. “Gross income” for AGI purposes usually includes most taxable money you received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here are the common categories to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n