Standard Deduction 2024 Married. For the 2024 tax year, the standard deduction will increase by $750 for single filers and those married filing separately, $1,500 for married filing jointly, and $1,100 for heads of household. Single or married filing separately—$14,600.

The additional standard deduction amount will increase to $1,950 if the individual is unmarried and not a surviving. The standard deduction for married couples filing jointly was $29,200 in 2024, while heads of household saw a $21,900 standard deduction in 2024.