How to Find My 2022 AGI (Adjusted Gross Income)

Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) represents your total gross income with specific deductions subtracted. This figure is a starting point for determining your tax liability and influences your eligibility for various tax credits and deductions. You might need your 2022 AGI for several reasons, such as preparing your 2023 tax return, applying for student financial aid, or completing loan applications.

Locating AGI on Your 2022 Tax Return

If you have a copy of your 2022 federal income tax return, finding your AGI is straightforward. For most individuals, your Adjusted Gross Income is located on Line 11 of your 2022 Form 1040.

Individuals who utilized tax preparation software, such as TurboTax or H&R Block, or worked with a tax preparer, will find their AGI on a summary page or the final, filed copy of their tax return. For those who filed a joint return in 2022, the AGI amount will be the same for both taxpayers listed on that return.

Obtaining Your AGI Through IRS Transcripts

If you do not have a copy of your 2022 tax return, you can obtain your AGI directly from the IRS by requesting a tax transcript. The “Tax Return Transcript” is the specific type you will need to find your AGI.

The fastest way to get your transcript is by using the IRS “Get Transcript Online” tool. You will need to register for the service and verify your identity. This identity verification process requires information such as your Social Security Number, date of birth, filing status from a previous tax return, and a financial account number like a credit card or a loan account. Once your identity is verified, you can view, print, or download your transcript immediately.

Alternatively, you can request a transcript by mail using Form 4506-T, “Request for Transcript of Tax Return”. You will need to complete the form, including your name, Social Security Number, and current mailing address. If your current address differs from the one on your last tax return, you must provide the previous address on Line 4 of Form 4506-T. Mail the completed form to the appropriate IRS address, which can be found in the form’s instructions.

You can also request a tax return transcript by calling the IRS automated phone transcript service at 800-908-9946. You will need to provide identifying information over the phone for verification. Transcripts requested by mail or phone arrive within 5 to 10 calendar days at the address the IRS has on file for you.