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April 13, 2025
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rejected state return

  • April 13, 2025
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My federal return was accepted, but my state keeps getting rejected. It says to fix box 18 due to mismatched data. my box 18 is filled on my W2 but it’s different than box 16 and 1. How do I fix this so I can file?

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April 13, 2025

This is due to a potential mismatch in form W-2, Box 18 (local wages) value on your state and/or local return. Double check Box 18 (local wages) of each of your form W-2 in the Wages & Salaries topic under Income or Federal. Change Box 18 to ensure it matches what is on your W-2, and follow the steps to file your state and/or local returns. 

 

Try using the amount in Box 5/Medicare wages and tips for Box 18/Local wages. For Box 20 Locality name, enter the primary local tax location name.