Tax Preparers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,080 +14.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.93
10th percentile $33,030
90th percentile $101,660
Employed locally 80
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,030
    25th
    $38,880
    50th (median)
    $58,080
    75th
    $76,130
    90th
    $101,660

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $66,160
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $64,630
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $68,580
    Human Resources Specialists $65,770
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $64,990
    Loan Officers $79,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Northwest Minnesota is $27.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.99 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 14.9% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $33,030 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,880.