Tax Preparers Salary in Houston, TX
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Median annual salary
$68,160
+34.8% vs national
Median hourly
$32.77
10th percentile
$32,800
90th percentile
$96,560
Employed locally
1,500
National median
$50,560
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Houston economic context
Unemployment rate
4.40%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$80,458
2023 • Census ACS
Tax Preparers salary vs area income
85%
Median Tax Preparers salary is 15% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Houston?
The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Houston, TX is $32.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.43 or more per hour.
Is Houston above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?
The median Tax Preparers salary in Houston, TX is 34.8% 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 Houston?
Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $32,800 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,900.