Standard Deduction For 2024 Tax Year For Seniors. If you file as single or head of household, and you're either 65 or older or blind, you can claim an additional standard deduction of $1,950 for the 2024 tax year. See also the standard deduction, alternative minimum tax, earned income tax credit, and other tax.

For the 2024 tax year, the standard deduction will increase by $750 for single filers and those married filing separately, $1,500 for married filing jointly, and $1,100 for heads of household. Compare the standard deduction with itemized.