Tax Preparers Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,050 -8.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.14
10th percentile $33,420
90th percentile $75,990
Employed locally 60
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,420
    25th
    $37,520
    50th (median)
    $46,050
    75th
    $58,360
    90th
    $75,990

    Top-paying metros for Tax Preparers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $83,600
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $83,240
    Alaska $77,010
    Anchorage, AK $77,010
    Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $76,260
    Jefferson City, MO $75,990

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Compliance Officers $91,460
    Accountants and Auditors $67,860
    Human Resources Specialists $60,340
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $79,790
    Project Management Specialists $77,200
    Management Analysts $73,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Arizona is $22.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.53 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Arizona is 8.9% below the national median of $50,560. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Tax Preparers in Arizona?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $33,420 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,520.