Tax Preparers Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,650 -5.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.91
10th percentile $29,610
90th percentile $81,570
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,610
    25th
    $32,400
    50th (median)
    $47,650
    75th
    $61,820
    90th
    $81,570

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $69,570
    Human Resources Specialists $63,080
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $65,000
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $66,190
    Training and Development Specialists $54,980
    Project Management Specialists $77,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southeast Iowa is $22.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.74 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southeast Iowa is 5.8% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $29,610 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,400.