Tax Preparers Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,240 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $20.31
10th percentile $36,150
90th percentile $66,750
Employed locally 50
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,150
    25th
    $41,500
    50th (median)
    $42,240
    75th
    $47,550
    90th
    $66,750

    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 Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $72,030
    Accountants and Auditors $76,900
    Project Management Specialists $85,110
    Human Resources Specialists $64,510
    Management Analysts $86,870
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $73,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Eastern Oregon is $20.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.01 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Eastern Oregon is 16.5% 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $36,150 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,500.