Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Missouri Income Limits 2024

An important element of Chapter 7 qualification is the Missouri income limits that are the same across the state. The numbers update often twice per year.
Information in this article does not constitute legal advice, it is for informational purposes only, and may not constitute the most up-to-date information. Readers should contact their attorney for advice on any particular legal matter.

Chapter 7 qualification is determined on if you could pass what’s called the means test. To estimate if you could pass the means test, you can take the Missouri bankruptcy means test calculator

The means test is based on the state's income limits. To see the 2024 income limit in Missouri you can refer to the below data. (For any additional members in your household, you can add on an additional $9,900 per member.)

You can also find this on the government's website. The data for income limits may update every 6 months or so.

# of PeopleAnnual Income
1$61,375
2$77,306
3$95,758
4$105,861
5$115,761
6$125,661
7$135,561
8$145,461
9$155,361

Missouri Means Test Calculator

If you are unsure as to whether or not you may qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, feel free to take our free Chapter 7 calculator. The calculator was designed with you in mind and is based on the bankruptcy means test forms in Missouri! We want to make sure you understand your eligibility, along with the other options that may be available to you based on your individual situation.

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