@JoeTaxDad run your taxes both ways; but it's highly likely that filing JOINT is still the better way to go. 96% of married couples file JOINT.
The father apart your two incomes are the more likely JOINT is better.
Do you itemize? both of you must both itemize or both must take the standard deduction if you file Separate. Neither of you can "mix and match".
You did not state your age, but if you are at least 65 years old and file Separate, you are NOT eligible for the new $6,000 deduction for Seniors.
Congress just does not motivate tax payers to file Separate.
