Tax Preparers Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,760 -25.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.16
10th percentile $30,210
90th percentile $62,400
Employed locally 100
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,210
    25th
    $34,630
    50th (median)
    $37,760
    75th
    $49,830
    90th
    $62,400

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $72,120
    Human Resources Specialists $60,860
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,040
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,840
    Management Analysts $83,550
    Project Management Specialists $84,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Northern Indiana is $18.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.92 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Northern Indiana is 25.3% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $30,210 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,630.