Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Maine Income Limits 2024

Check the income limits for 2024 Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings below. Please use the calculator to use the most recent figures as the numbers often update in May and November
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.

Income limits for all states may update about twice per year around November and May. To double check if you have the most updated numbers, you can refer here, on this government site. For visual purposes, here is a breakdown of the limits below. 

If your HH size is greater than what is provided below, you can add $9900 per additional member. 

If you are hoping to see if you could pass the means test for Maine, you can take our free Maine means test calculator to estimate.

# of PeopleAnnual Income
1$66,369
2$79,644
3$103,965
4$114,591
5$124,491
6$134,391
7$144,291
8$154,191
9$164,091

Maine 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 Maine! 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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