Tax Preparers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $42,370 -16.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.37
10th percentile $32,360
90th percentile $117,760
Employed locally 30
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,360
    25th
    $32,360
    50th (median)
    $42,370
    75th
    $90,010
    90th
    $117,760

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $75,540
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $67,470
    Human Resources Specialists $72,350
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $74,370
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $63,480
    Project Management Specialists $92,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southeast Minnesota is $20.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.25 or more per hour.

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

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 16.2% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $32,360 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,360.