topic I'm 65 and my standard deduction did not increase as shown in the example, why? in Get your taxes done using TurboTax

I'm 65 and my standard deduction did not increase as shown in the example, why?

dclrktx — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:17:01 GMT

Re: I'm 65 and my standard deduction did not increase as shown in the example, why?

VolvoGirl — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 01:31:28 GMT

How much is showing? In what example?

For 2023 the standard deduction amounts are:

Single 13,850 + 1,850 or 65 and over or blind

HOH 20,800 + 1,850 for 65 and over or blind

Joint 27,700+ 1,500 for each 65 and over or blind

Married filing Separate 13,850 + 1,500 for 65 and over or blind

Re: I'm 65 and my standard deduction did not increase as shown in the example, why?

MonikaK1 — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 01:40:10 GMT

As shown in the information shared by @VolvoGirl above, the additional amount is different depending on your filing status.

In addition, you're considered to be 65 on the day before your 65th birthday (for tax year 2023, you're considered to be 65 if you were born before January 2, 1959).

If you input itemized deductions, you will receive the benefit of them on your return instead of the standard deduction if they are higher.

See IRS Tax Topic 551 for more information.

@dclrktx

Re: I'm 65 and my standard deduction did not increase as shown in the example, why?

dclrktx — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 19:14:24 GMT

Thanks for responding. I realized afterward that my deduction was increased and it was correct. Thank you again!