Retirement tax questions

There is no "senior" rate for the tax.  You do get a higher Standard Deduction if you are over 65.  Check  1040 line 9 for it.  

 

For 2019 the standard deduction amounts are:

Single 12,200 + 1,650 for 65 and over or blind

HOH 18,350 + 1,650for 65 and over or blind

Joint 24,400+ 1,300 for each 65 and over or blind

Married filing Separate 12,200 + 1,300 for 65 and over or blind