JohnW152
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Get your taxes done using TurboTax

No, the federal standard deduction isn't affected by anything on your state returns.  It's a set dollar amount that's based on your filing status and age. 

 

You can find your tax year 2022 standard deduction amount in the TurboTax Help article What's my standard deduction for 2022?.

 

Itemizing deductions, on the other hand, allows you to list (itemize) individual deductions on Schedule A.  If the itemized deductions on Schedule A are greater than your standard deduction, the TurboTax program will use the itemized deductions, rather than your standard deduction, to lower your tax bill. 

 

After you've completed the Deductions & Credits section in the program, TurboTax will let you know which of these deductions gives you the larger tax break.