Tax guide

AGI

What is Adjusted Gross Income? 

Adjusted Gross Income, or AGI, is your total gross income minus any specific deductions. Those specific deductions might include IRA contributions, student loan interest payments, self-employment tax, and health savings account contributions. Calculating AGI is the first step toward figuring your taxable income, and AGI is also used to determine eligibility for certain tax breaks. 

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