ToddL99
Expert Alumni

Tax help for military filers

Based on the information you provided, you are only required to file a MO state tax return.

 

In the Personal Info interview of TurboTax, do not check that you "Lived in another state" or "Earned Money in another state".

 

Active-duty military (and their spouses) are considered to live in their state HORs no matter where they are stationed. Their active-duty pay (and spouse's civilian pay)  are considered to be earned in their state HOR.  

 

When you complete the My Info Personal Interview (both of you):  

  • Select Missouri as your state of residence;  

  • Answer "No" when asked if you "Lived in another state in 2020?" That question only applies if you changed your state of residence in 2020.  

  • When asked if you "Earned money in another state?", answer "No" (unless the military member had non-military income in the state where you are stationed).