My husband works in Tennessee (no state taxes), but has to occasionally travel to other states for his position. 2 of the 4 states for the 2023 tax year, had earnings of less than $600 while in that state. Are we required to file state taxes for those states?
Which states?
It depends on which states he traveled to. Some states have no threshold, while other states do.
Iowa (under $1k)
Mississippi (under $2k)
Alabama (under $200)
Missouri ($500)
And I have one for Wisconsin for just over $500.
When I filled everything out we were getting back 100% of what was paid into each state so I'm wondering if I even need to file them (the $59 to file is more than what we would be getting a refund back of)
It depends on the individual state laws. Below are the state references for you. You would also file if you wanted any taxes refunded as well.
Iowa (under $1k) No. Under non-resident filing threshold
Mississippi (under $2k) (See page 4)
Yes if you are a non-resident or part-year resident with income taxed by Mississippi (other than gambling income).
Yes. According to Reg. 810-3-15-.21 – Nonresident individuals receiving taxable income from property owned or business transacted (including wages for personal services) within Alabama are taxable on such income from within Alabama. They should file a Nonresident Individual Income Tax Return, Form 40NR, each year.
Missouri ($500) No. Under filing threshold.
And I have one for Wisconsin for just over $500. No. Under filing threshold.