Tax Preparers Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,860 -27.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.72
10th percentile $29,460
90th percentile $82,050
Employed locally 70
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,460
    25th
    $31,110
    50th (median)
    $36,860
    75th
    $70,760
    90th
    $82,050

    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 Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$72,710
    Human Resources Specialists$53,930
    Project Management Specialists$78,220
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$72,070
    Training and Development Specialists$44,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$52,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Eastern Region of Texas is $17.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.45 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 27.1% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $29,460 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,110.