2024 Standard Deduction Married Both Over 65

2024 Standard Deduction Married Both Over 65. The standard deduction amounts will increase to $14,600 for individuals and married couples filing separately, representing an increase of $750 from 2023. Seniors over age 65 may claim an additional standard deduction of $1,950 for single filers and $1,550 for joint filers.

For single filers and heads of households age 65 and over, the additional standard deduction will increase slightly — from $1,950 in 2024 (returns you’ll file soon in early 2025) to. For example, a single filer over 65 in 2024 would see their deduction increase from $14,600 to $16,550.