The standard deduction reduces your taxable income before federal income tax is calculated. For 2026, the IRS has increased the standard deduction amounts for all filing statuses. Taxpayers who are 65 or older or legally blind are entitled to additional amounts on top of the base deduction.
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How to Use
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Select your filing status for the tax year.
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Indicate whether you (or your spouse, if MFJ) are age 65 or older.
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Indicate whether you are legally blind.
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Your total standard deduction is shown — subtract this from your gross income to find your taxable income.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I take the standard deduction or itemize?
Can both spouses claim the additional deduction on a joint return?
How does the standard deduction affect my taxes?
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About This Calculator
This calculator uses the formula: Standard Deduction = Base Amount + (Age65 factor + Blind factor) × Additional Amount 2026 Base: Single $15,000 | MFJ $30,000 | HoH $22,500. All calculations follow industry-standard methods. Results are estimates — always verify with a licensed professional for structural or code-compliant work.
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