Tax Preparers Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $42,400 -16.1% vs national
Median hourly $20.39
10th percentile $27,250
90th percentile $77,220
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,250
    25th
    $36,980
    50th (median)
    $42,400
    75th
    $58,850
    90th
    $77,220

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$73,160
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$67,970
    Human Resources Specialists$64,170
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$60,410
    Project Management Specialists$88,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$65,990

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southern Michigan is $20.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.15 or more per hour.

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

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southern Michigan is 16.1% 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 Michigan?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $27,250 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,980.