Tax Preparers Salary in Phoenix, AZ
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Median annual salary
$43,710
-13.5% vs national
Median hourly
$21.02
10th percentile
$38,280
90th percentile
$100,410
Employed locally
1,800
National median
$50,560
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Phoenix economic context
Unemployment rate
3.20%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$84,703
2023 • Census ACS
Tax Preparers salary vs area income
52%
Median Tax Preparers salary is 48% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Phoenix, AZ is $21.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.63 or more per hour.
Is Phoenix above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?
The median Tax Preparers salary in Phoenix, AZ is 13.5% 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 Phoenix?
Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $38,280 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,340.