All Subscription options include 24/7 access to visaliatimesdelta.com, all tablet and smartphone apps and the e-Newspaper edition. Visalia Times-Delta is the prime source of news and information in Tulare County.
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.
Income Thresholds. The amount you can earn before paying taxes varies each year. It's hinged to standard deduction and exemption amounts, which are indexed for inflation and increase yearly. If you earn more than the standard deduction plus one exemption, you must file a return and pay taxes.