Americans see bigger tax refunds so far this year as filing season begins at a slower pace Americans are getting bigger tax refunds this year, with average refunds jumping to $2,290 - up 10.9% from last year, according to the latest IRS data. Original Source: https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/americans-see-bigger-tax-refunds-so-far-year-filing-season-begins-slower-pace