topic How do I get my tax break (higher deduction) for turning 65 in Deductions & credits

How do I get my tax break (higher deduction) for turning 65

ddjenn — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:39:46 GMT

Re: How do I get my tax break (higher deduction) for turning 65

Mike9241 — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:35:09 GMT

the only additional tax break you get is a larger standard deduction. if you don't itemize. Turbotax will automatically compute this based on the date of birth you entered.

Re: How do I get my tax break (higher deduction) for turning 65

VolvoGirl — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:36:38 GMT

For 2022 the standard deduction amounts are:

Single 12,950 + 1,750 or 65 and over or blind (14,700)

HOH 19,400 + 1,750 for 65 and over or blind

Joint 25,900 + 1,400 for each 65 and over or blind

Married filing Separate 12,950 + 1,400 for 65 and over or blind

Re: How do I get my tax break (higher deduction) for turning 65

MichaelG81 — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:50:23 GMT

Yes, for 2022 tax year the additional amount for those 65 and over is $1,750/$1,400 added to the standard deduction. TurboTax automatically calculates it for you when you enter your date of birth.

Per IRS:

Standard Deduction for Seniors

If you do not itemize your deductions, you can get a higher standard deduction amount if you and/or your spouse are 65 years old or older. You can get an even higher standard deduction amount if either you or your spouse is blind.

@ddjenn

[Edited 01/19/2023 04:44PM PST]

Re: How do I get my tax break (higher deduction) for turning 65

xmasbaby0 — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:58:44 GMT

It will go by your age at the end of 2022. If you blew out 65 candles in 2023 you will have to wait for next year.