The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has been a critical tax benefit for families across the U.S. and reduces their tax liability. In this context, the federal government offers a maximum CTC of $2,000 per qualifying child. Furthermore, some states provide additional tax relief. Among these, specific states have introduced a $1,000 child tax credit in order to further support families. But does this credit apply to New York taxpayers?
$1,000 Child Tax Credit
The $1,000 Child Tax Credit is a state-level credit available in select states. Unlike the New York State Child Tax Credit which provides a maximum of $330 per child, the $1,000 tax credit is not part of New York’s tax structure.
On the other side, several U.S. states present their own Child Tax Credits similar to New York in order to deliver extra financial support to families. As of 2025, the following states offer a $1,000 Child Tax Credit per qualifying child:
- California presents a refundable Young Child Tax Credit of $1,000 for each qualifying child under 6 years old. The credit is available to families with incomes under $25,000; benefits phase out between $25,000 and $30,000.
- Oregon offers a refundable Child Tax Credit of $1,000 per qualifying child under 5 years old. It is applicable for families earning less than $30,000 annually.
- Vermont delivers a refundable Child Tax Credit of $1,000 per child under 5 years old with certain qualification criteria.
- Utah provides a nonrefundable Child Tax Credit of $1,000 for each qualifying child aged 1 to 4 with income thresholds of $27,000 for married filing separately and $43,000 for single filers alongside $54,000 for joint filers.
It is important to acknowledge that eligibility criteria, refundability and income thresholds vary by state.
Final Thoughts
It is correct that some states offer a $1,000 child tax credit. However, New York presents its own state-level tax relief maxing out at $330 per child. Families should make sure that they fulfill the qualifying criteria and file the necessary forms in order to leverage such benefits. If you are unsure about the qualification, taxation experts can provide aid in maximizing your refund.