Tax Preparers Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,990 +18.7% vs national
Median hourly $28.84
10th percentile $39,990
90th percentile $59,990
Employed locally 50
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,990
    25th
    $42,520
    50th (median)
    $59,990
    75th
    $59,990
    90th
    $59,990

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $76,290
    Project Management Specialists $87,730
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $77,160
    Human Resources Specialists $66,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $59,500
    Compliance Officers $71,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Maryland is $28.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.84 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Maryland is 18.7% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $39,990 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,520.