W-2s from my employer have different amounts for the same box. I work in Indiana and live in Michigan. They don't add up. Did my employer mess up or is this normal?

I'm filing a Michigan and an Indiana Non-reciprocal state tax forms. Boxes 12a have conflicting numbers. This is a first, as I've worked for the same place for 11 years. Did something change in the tax law?

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Mar 28, 2025 6:55:52 AM

If you live in Michigan, 100% of your income is taxable.

If you work in Indiana the amount of money you earned in Indiana is taxable.

You will get a credit for taxes paid to Indiana on your Michigan tax return.

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W-2s from my employer have different amounts for the same box. I work in Indiana and live in Michigan. They don't add up. Did my employer mess up or is this normal?