2024 Standard Deduction Single Over 65. Being blind or age 65 or over—or having a spouse who falls into one of those categories—can raise your standard deduction by the amounts below. For 2024, that extra standard deduction is $1,950 if you are single or file as head of household.

Single or married filing separately—$13,850. Seniors over the age of 65 who file taxes can take advantage of an increased standard deduction.