It is not uncommon for State wages to be greater than Federal wages if it's a non-tax state. The state wages will be the full gross wages because there are no adjustments. The Federal wages may have adjustments.
I think you're on the right track with the 401-K contribution. Are there any other contributions on your wife's W-2 that would account for a greater change?
If the bonus was issued in February 2022, it should not have an effect on this year's taxes. did she get a bonus in 2021?
I don't expect the IRS will challenge what is on the W-2. If you still have concerns I suggest you follow through with your payroll department.
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