Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Washington Income Limits 2024

Income limits vary from state to state. For the state of Washington, please reference the table below to see if your income is within the guideline. As the economy is ever changing, so are the income limits. Make sure you are looking at the most up to date limit, as it tends to change every 6 months or so.
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.

The DOJ site stays updated as well, but we have found that it may not always be the easiest to follow. 

Consider taking the Chapter 7 means test calculator to estimate if you are able to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Washington. 

For each added person in your household over what the below table shares, you can add an additional $9900 to the limit. 

# of PeopleAnnual Income
1$83,033
2$99,852
3$121,292
4$141,177
5$151,077
6$160,977
7$170,877
8$180,777
9$190,677

Washington 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 Washington! 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.

More News Stories

May 25, 2024
12 Bankruptcy Misconceptions You Must Stop Believing

Bankruptcy can be a great way to get a fresh start when your debt has become unaffordable due to financial hardship. Bankruptcy is for those who have a strong desire to pay their bills, but may not have the ability to pay those bills.

Read story
May 23, 2024
What Is Considered Income For the Bankruptcy Means Test?

Trying to figure out if you can meet all the requirements for a bankruptcy discharge can be a challenge, especially if you don’t know where to start. The Bankruptcy Means Test form was created to help you navigate through to see if you qualify to file for bankruptcy discharge. The means test will look at your income to determine if you can qualify.

Read story
May 22, 2024
Can You File Bankruptcy While Unemployed With No Job? Understand the process

Yes, you can file bankruptcy while unemployed with no job, but please note that your unemployment income does count as income for the bankruptcy means test.

Read story