Your total itemized deductions reported on Form 1040 Schedule A must be greater than the standard deduction for your filing status to have any tax benefit. If they are not greater, no itemized deductions will be on your tax return.
Standard deductions for 2024
Single - $14,600 add $1,850 if age 65 or older Married Filing Separately - $14,600 add $1,550 if age 65 or older Married Filing Jointly - $29,200 add $1,550 for each spouse age 65 or older Head of Household - $21,900 add $1,950 if age 65 or older