2024 Standard Deduction Over 65 Mfj. The additional standard deduction for people who are 65 or older is $1,950 for single filers or heads of household, and $1,550 for married couples filing jointly. You are considered age 65 on the day before.

The standard deduction amounts will increase to $14,600 for individuals and married couples filing separately, representing an increase of $750 from 2023. In total, a married couple 65.