TurboTax doesn't use the entry from W-2 Box 14 because this is a memo field for your information when completing your return. After you entered the W-2 did you check the box for "Clergy" on the page "Let's check for uncommon situations"?
- If so, you should have been prompted to enter your Qualifying Expenses on the next page. This is where you enter the amount from W-2 Box 14.
- Answer any additional questions and continue back to the W-2 summary page.
- Edit your W-2 to check if the Box 1 amount has been adjusted for your housing allowance.
- If not, go to Other Reportable Income to enter a negative amount for Form 1040 Line 21, but only if Box 1 is not adjusted by your housing allowance entry.
You may wish to review the complete list of steps here: How do I enter a parsonage or housing allowance reported on a W-2?
Also, please note the discussion by Opus17 regarding how your wages/housing allowance should be reported to you in the future.
[edited 1/27/2026 | 1:01pm PDT]
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