| You have to file a tax return when your income is over the standard deduction Exceptions: When filing separately, you are required to file even if your income is only $5. If you are self-employed having income more than $400 you have to file | |
| single under 65 | $15,750 |
| 65 or older add $6,000 OBBB Act | $17,750 |
| head of household under 65 | $23,625 |
| head of household over 65 | $25,625 |
| married filing jointly*** under 65 (both spouses) | $31,500 |
| 65 or older (one spouse) | $33,100 |
| 65 or older (both spouses) married filing jointly add $12,000 OBBB Act | $34,700 |
| qualifying surviving spouse under 65 | $31,500 |
| qualifying surviving spouse 65 or older | $33,100 |
- If you were born before January 2, 1961, you’re considered to be 65 or older