Tax Preparers Salary in Great Falls, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Great Falls, MT

Median annual salary $71,710 +41.8% vs national
Median hourly $34.48
10th percentile $37,250
90th percentile $163,280
Employed locally 30
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,250
    25th
    $45,200
    50th (median)
    $71,710
    75th
    $89,630
    90th
    $163,280

    Great Falls economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,203 2023 • Census ACS
    Tax Preparers salary vs area income 108% Median Tax Preparers salary is 8% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Tax Preparers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Billings, MT $71,370
    Helena, MT $59,170
    Binghamton, NY $37,240
    Sumter, SC $30,110

    Related occupations in Great Falls, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $73,350
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $72,550
    Project Management Specialists $84,260
    Human Resources Specialists $58,820
    Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators $59,020
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $64,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Great Falls?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Great Falls, MT is $34.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.50 or more per hour.

    Is Great Falls above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Great Falls, MT is 41.8% 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 Great Falls?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $37,250 per year in Great Falls, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,200.