Tax Preparers Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,440 +13.6% vs national
Median hourly $27.61
10th percentile $35,250
90th percentile $85,650
Employed locally 40
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,250
    25th
    $42,790
    50th (median)
    $57,440
    75th
    $60,810
    90th
    $85,650

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$77,860
    Accountants and Auditors$79,000
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$78,200
    Project Management Specialists$96,900
    Human Resources Specialists$60,780
    Compliance Officers$72,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tax Preparers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southwest Colorado is $27.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.76 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Tax Preparers salaries?

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southwest Colorado is 13.6% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $35,250 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,790.