If I live in one state and work in another, how do I file state income taxes?
It’s going to depend on the states involved. It’s entirely possible you’ll have to file a return in both states, even if you only end up paying one. You have a couple of ways to find out what you have to do. If you want to do it yourself, you’ll need to call the tax department of BOTH states and ask them. Have paper and pencil ready to take down their instructions. If you’re not intimidated by tax forms and have the time, you can get the same information by getting the non-resident form and instructions for the state you work in, and the resident form and instructions for the state you live in, and read them carefully. Both should tell you exactly what you need to do for each state. There are a couple of things to be aware of: The state where you live will have specific standards you have to meet to be considered a full-year resident. Likewise, the state you work in may not recognize your non-resident status for various reasons. Again, the instructions with the respective tax forms sho
