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How much money is saved by filing "head of household" with a dependent vs. filing separately with no dependent? (Trying to decide for healthcare eligibility purposes.)
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Standard deductions for 2017
- Single - $6,350 add $1,550 if age 65 or older
- Married Filing Separately - $6,350 add $1,250 if age 65 or older
- Married Filing Jointly - $12,700 add $1,250 for each spouse age 65 or older
- Head of Household - $9,350 add $1,550 if age 65 or older
Dependent personal exemption - $4,050
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