How to Tell If HSA Was Included on W-2 Box 1

One way to determine if your HSA (Health Savings Account) contributions were included in your W-2 Box 1 is to look at Box 12 with Code W on your W-2 form. This box specifically reports any HSA contributions made by both you and your employer.

If you don't see Box 12 with Code W on your W-2, you may need to contact your employer's HR department to confirm if your HSA contributions were included in Box 1.

Another way to check is to compare your total wages in Box 1 to your taxable wages in Box 5. If your HSA contributions were not included in Box 1, there should be a difference between these two amounts.

To check if your HSA (Health Savings Account) contributions were reflected in your W-2 Box 1, first locate Box 12 on your W-2. If it contains Code W, it confirms that both your contributions and those from your employer have been reported here.