The amount reported in box 1 of your W-2 is your gross wages subject to Federal Income tax. The amount reported in box 3 is your gross wages subject to Social Security tax.
In order to make sure your tax return is calculated correctly, you should enter all of the information on your W-2 into TurboTax exactly as it is shown on your W-2.
You may be able to import your W-2 into TurboTax instead of manually entering the information. Please see the steps below:
- Start by clicking on "Wages and Income" at the top of the screen.
- Select "Work on my W-2 now" and "Continue."
- Enter your Employer's EIN and click "Continue"
- If your W-2 can be imported, just enter the requested information
- You can always manually enter your W-2 if it can't be imported
Here is a TurboTax article with more information.
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