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Quick Answer. How much someone has to earn before being required to file a federal tax return depends on age and filing status, according to the IRS. For most taxpayers with a single filing status under 65 at the end of 2014, gross income must be at least $10,150. Continue Reading.
Qualifying widows and widowers have to file when gross income tops $16,750 or $18,000 at 65. If you worked and had taxes withheld from your pay, you'll likely want to file even if you didn't make enough to make it mandatory. This is because you may be due a refund of the income taxes you've paid.