Tax Preparers Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,380 +5.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.66
10th percentile $28,520
90th percentile $141,180
Employed locally 40
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,520
    25th
    $34,500
    50th (median)
    $53,380
    75th
    $62,430
    90th
    $141,180

    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Project Management Specialists$80,490
    Accountants and Auditors$65,500
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$70,130
    Human Resources Specialists$61,030
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$48,900
    Cost Estimators$80,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southeast-Central Idaho is $25.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.87 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 5.6% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $28,520 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,500.