I am a California resident going to school in Missouri. Do I have to file state tax in Missouri for dog sitting fees on the Rover app or would it be CA state tax?

[lynnam363]

Since the Rover app for dog care is all done online, would I file in CA since I am a CA resident or do I have to file where I did all my work?  It was only $540 that I earned for 2018.

[Zbucklyo · Accepted solution]

Check to see whether you are required to file a Missouri non-resident return with that level of income.  If so, file the Missouri non-resident return, and if you owe any tax, you will get a credit for the tax paid to MO on your CA return (assuming you are required to file in CA).   If you don't have to file a MO return, if you are a CA resident who is required to file, you report your worldwide income, including that from MO, on your CA resident return.