My standard deduction is $12,700. Itemized deductions on Schedule A total $4,530. Why does Form 1040 line 40 show $15,200?

[xmasbaby0 · Accepted solution]

If you and your spouse are 65 or older add $1250 for each of you to the standard deduction.

2017 Standard Deductions

Single    $6350  (65 or older + $1550)

Married Filing Separately   $6350  (65 or older +  $1250)

Married Filing Jointly           $12,700  (65 or older + $1250@)

Head of Household $9350  (65 or older + $1550)

[BobinCT]

MFJ should say 12700 plus 1250 times 2 if both are over 65 = 15200.  I know that's what xmasbaby0 meant.

[dudleymcf]

Thank you!