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posted Feb 23, 2025 1:18:20 PM

Why is the standard deduction on my state of minnesota tax return 30,700 but my federal standard deduction is 30,750?

why is my state standard deduction lower than federal standard deduction

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Feb 23, 2025 1:25:21 PM

This is correct.

 

The Minnesota standard deduction $50 less than the Federal standard deduction.

 

The Federal Standard deduction is $30,750 for a joint return couple with one spouse aged 65 or over.

 

The Minnesota standard deduction for the same couple is $30,700.

 

Please read this IRS document and this Minnesota Revenue document.