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Anyone entering Iowa 529 contributions for a deduction? I can't find where to do that.

moser-molly-m — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 20:46:31 GMT

In federal adjustments, there is a field to enter 529, but it didn't seem to affect my refund amount.

MindyB — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:43:25 GMT

You shouldn't enter this in federal adjustments, 529 contributions are not a federal deduction.

Here is how you can enter your Iowa 529 contributions.

Navigate to the Iowa section of TurboTax (State Taxes > Iowa)
Continue through the interview until you arrive at the screen Do You Have Any Personal Adjustments? Since College Savings Iowa or Iowa Advisor 529 Plan is listed, select "Yes."
Enter the information from the 529 contribution on the line College Savings Iowa, up to $5,800 per Beneficiary

Here is some more information on deducting 529 contributions: 529 Plans and Taxes: Deductions, Tax-Free Withdrawals & More

Hal_Al — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 01:15:00 GMT

The entry place in the federal section is for distributions (withdrawals) from a 529 plan, not contributions to a 529 plan.

AmyC — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:31:44 GMT

Follow these steps to enter Iowa 529 contribution in the state section:

Reference: Isave