Tax Preparers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,260 -24.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.39
10th percentile $30,890
90th percentile $62,290
Employed locally 120
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,890
    25th
    $37,070
    50th (median)
    $38,260
    75th
    $48,150
    90th
    $62,290

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$69,060
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$100,460
    Human Resources Specialists$60,340
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$63,540
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$58,420
    Logisticians$90,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southern Indiana is $18.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.65 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southern Indiana is 24.3% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $30,890 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,070.