Standard Deduction 2024 For Seniors Blind. Standard deduction for age 65 and over. The standard deduction amount depends on your filing status, whether you are 65 or older or blind, and whether another taxpayer can claim you as a dependent.

In addition, taxpayers who are age 65 and older, as well as those who are blind, can claim an additional $1,550 in 2024. You’re considered to be 65 on the day before your 65th birthday (for tax year 2023, you’re considered to be 65 if you were born before january 2, 1959).