Standard Deduction 2024 Over 65 And Blind. The standard deduction is a specific dollar amount that reduces the amount of income on which you're taxed. For taxpayers who are blind or at least age 65, you can claim an additional standard deduction.

The additional standard deduction amount increases to $1,950 for unmarried taxpayers. $3,700 if you are single or filing as head of household $3,000 per qualifying individual if you are married, filing.