Irs Standard Deduction Seniors Over 65 2024. There's an additional standard deduction for taxpayers 65 and older and those who are blind. If you are 65 or older and blind, the extra standard deduction is:

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. Seniors over age 65 may claim an additional standard deduction of $1,950 for single filers and $1,550 for joint filers.