Tax Preparers Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $51,240 +1.3% vs national
Median hourly $24.64
10th percentile $49,090
90th percentile $65,400
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,090
    25th
    $51,240
    50th (median)
    $51,240
    75th
    $51,240
    90th
    $65,400

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Tax Preparers salary vs area income 58% Median Tax Preparers salary is 42% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Portland, ME is $24.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.48 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Portland, ME is 1.3% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $49,090 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,240.