Can I deduct local taxes if I take the Standard Deduction?

No. State and local taxes are an itemized deduction. You either itemize or use standard deduction--not a combination of both.

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Can I deduct local taxes if I take the Standard Deduction?

no. Local income taxes is an itemized deduction, for individuals.

Can I deduct local taxes if I take the Standard Deduction?

Local income taxes or sales taxes are both itemized deductions so using the Standard Deduction makes those taxes not relevant on your tax return.

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