What is the married filing joint filing status standard deduction?
$6,000 An additional $700 can be claimed if you are 65 years or older. An additional $700 can also be claimed if you are blind. If your spouse is 65 years or older, you can claim an additional $700. An additional $700 can also be claimed if your spouse is blind. If both you and your spouse are 65 years old or older and blind, your standard deduction would be $8,800.