Because you are residents of different states, you should file as ‘married filing separately’ for the states, even though you filed a joint federal return. Each state return would include only the income and tax items for the resident spouse. To do this in Turbo Tax, see this FAQ:

Can a wife be a resident of more than one state?

You could end up with multiple state income tax returns… Basically, there is nothing that would require your wife to get a different license. In fact, if you live in Texas for longer than 90 days, the state requires you to get a license. The link lists the documents that you must bring with you to get a license…

What should I do if my spouse lives in different states?

If either spouse lives Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington state or Wisconsin, both individuals should take special care to understand the rules. This may be a case where you are better off consulting a tax professional; at the very least, the situation will require careful research.

How many married couples live in different states?

Long-distance marriages are on the rise. The number of married couples who live apart more than doubled between 1990 and 2015 to 3.5 million couples, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. With proper planning, spouses who live in different states can avoid paying unnecessary state taxes.

Can you be married and live separate lives?

They don’t look at you lovingly, they barely touch you and they’d rather play 18 holes of golf than spend a day with you. If you believe you still care for each other, but are simply living separate lives due to work, hobbies, or family obligations, you are living in what I call a “parallel marriage.” Your lives are not intersecting.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of married couples who live apart more than doubled between 1990 and 2015. An estimated 3.5 million couples live at different addresses. The causes vary. A common culprit is divergent professional needs.