Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Michigan Income Limits 2024

The Chapter 7 income limits in 2024 often update every 6 months in May and November. See the numbers below to see whether you may be able to qualify.
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The government means test website can be confusing, and it's imperative to understand the updated income limit dates as the income limits often change in May and December of each year.

Use our free Michigan bankruptcy means test calculator that always has the updated income limits, or see the Chapter 7 bankruptcy income limits for Michigan in 2024 below (source). If you have a household size that is bigger than the maximum number below, you would just add $9,900 for each additional household member.

# of PeopleAnnual Income
1$64,579
2$77,600
3$95,775
4$114,456
5$124,356
6$134,256
7$144,156
8$154,056
9$163,956

Michigan 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 Michigan! 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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