MindyB
Expert Alumni

Retirement tax questions

Your first comment mentioned that Boxes 1, 3, and 5 were the same.  Therefore, the gross wages (which isn't reported on your W-2) all have the same deductions.  Pretax 401(k) contributions typically would be deducted from gross to arrive at Box 1, but not for 3 or 5. See: Retirement plan FAQs regarding contributions - Are retirement plan contributions subject to withhold...

 

You should enter the amounts as they appear on your W-2 in TurboTax, and if you do not feel they are correct, I recommend that you inquire with your payroll department at work.

 

State taxes differ on 401(k) treatment.