In the United States, a 17-year-old is typically considered a dependent for tax purposes if they are living with their parents and meeting certain criteria. For the 2023 tax year, the standard deduction for dependents is limited to the greater of $1,250 or their earned income plus $400, up to the standard deduction amount for single filers (which is $13,850). Consequently, a 17-year-old with income might fall into the 10% tax bracket for earnings up to $11,000, depending on their total income. However, if their income exceeds certain thresholds, they could be subject to higher tax rates.
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