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The standard deduction varies from year to year because the amounts are adjusted for inflation separately each year.
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This resulted in the 2022 standard deduction being unusually larger than the 2021 return. If seen, the 2023 standard deduction is going to be higher than the 2022 deduction.
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If you suffer a pure catastrophe loss, your standard deduction can be even higher.
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Now you need to determine what the value of your standard deduction should be.
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These values will depend on filing status, your age or disability status, as well as other taxpayers who can claim you as a dependent on their tax return.
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Federal income tax returns for 2022 will be due on April 18, 2023. The standard deduction amount is $12,950 for single or married taxpayers, who must file separately.
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Those filing jointly or with the surviving spouse will receive a $25,900 deduction. The principal receives a deduction of $19,400.
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For 2023, the standard deduction for single taxpayers will be $13,850. Those filing jointly get a $27,700 tax deduction.
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