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HOH gets a higher Standard Deduction and different EITC, for example. But you must have a qualified Dependent, and meet other requirements to be HOH. It is generally used by Single parents with children.
Guide to Filing Taxes as Head of Household - TurboTax Tax Tips & Videos (intuit.com)
To file as Head of Household, you must have a qualifying dependent. Please see the rules and who qualifies under "Head of Household" starting on page 23 in IRS Pub 17.
Generally, it is better from a tax point of view to file as Head of Household (if you qualify), because the Standard Deduction is higher, and the tax brackets are better.
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