TurboTax transfers data from your federal return to your state return. You will need to enter all of your itemized deductions on your federal return, even if they don't make a difference. The information will transfer to your state. Maryland's standard deduction for tax year 2024 is $2,700 for single taxpayers. It's $5,450 for head of household, a surviving spouse, and taxpayers filing jointly. If your itemized deduction is higher, TurboTax will choose the deduction that is more advantageous for you.