Millions of Americans to Get $3,571 From the IRS

April 15 marks the tax deadline, and as the date moves closer, millions of Americans are receiving their repayments from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). If you're like many Americans, you may have noticed that you're getting more back in your pocket in 2026 than you did in 2025.

According to research from the IRS, millions Americans are getting a larger refund this year than they did last year, due to new tax breaks and incentives. So, how much more bag is the average American getting this year? Here are the statistics.

Report States the Average American Tax Refund Is $3,571 in 2026, Nearly 11% Higher Than in 2025

A report from Fox Business states that the average tax refund is nearly 11% higher in 2026 than it was in 2025. Specifically, Americans are seeing between $300 and $400 back in their bank accounts following new tax laws and changes.

"IRS data through March 20 showed that the average tax refund amount has risen to $3,571 in the 2026 filing season to date," Fox Business reports in a March 30 feature, "an increase of $350 or 10.9% from the $3,221 average refund at this stage of the filing season in 2025."

The report adds that the total amount given back to taxpayers by the IRS through March 20 was more than $202 billion. That an increase of 12.9% from the $179 billion refunded the same time last year. Plus, the total number of refunds issued has also gone up, increasing 1.8% to more than 56.7 million, an increase of roughly 1 million for the 2026 filing season.

If you're procrastinating on doing your taxes, remember that Wednesday, April 15 is the deadline to file your return for the tax year 2025. Taxpayers who need an extension are able to request it by the date, but they must make an estimated payment.

As for tax tips, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company urges Americans to consider life event milestones and how they'll impact taxes. You may be in for a bigger deduction because of those events.

"Getting married? Expecting children? Both have significant tax implications," they note in a tax tips feature. "Inform Social Security if you change your name when you get married or divorced, and make sure you apply for Social Security numbers for your newborn children." Plus, "They'll need one if you plan on claiming them as a dependent on your tax return."

They add that if you're getting married, "do it on or before December 31. You'll be able to file as a married couple for the entire year."