Exemption Allowance Amounts

  
2008
2009
Exemption allowance
$3,500
$3,650
The allowance is reduced if AGI exceeds the amount for the filing status.
Filing status
AGI*
AGI**
Single
$159,950
$166,800
Married Filing Jointly
$239,950
$250,200
Married Filing Separately
$119,975
$125,100
Head of Household
$199,950
$208,500
Qualifying Widow(er)
$239,950
$250,200
*The exemption for 2008 cannot be reduced below $2,133.
**The exemption for 2009 cannot be reduced below $2,433.