Tax Preparers Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $36,760 -27.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.67
10th percentile $28,030
90th percentile $57,080
Employed locally 30
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,030
    25th
    $28,030
    50th (median)
    $36,760
    75th
    $42,940
    90th
    $57,080

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$65,700
    Human Resources Specialists$58,310
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$60,770
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$54,340
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$77,920
    Project Management Specialists$78,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Northern Michigan is $17.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Northern Michigan is 27.3% 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 Michigan?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $28,030 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,030.