Tax Preparers Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,570 +13.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.68
10th percentile $38,420
90th percentile $102,700
Employed locally 50
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,420
    25th
    $45,870
    50th (median)
    $57,570
    75th
    $69,490
    90th
    $102,700

    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 Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $75,370
    Compliance Officers $98,550
    Human Resources Specialists $64,920
    Project Management Specialists $92,160
    Training and Development Specialists $59,170
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Capital/Northern New York is $27.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.37 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Capital/Northern New York is 13.9% above 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $38,420 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,870.