Tax Preparers Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $46,170 -8.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.20
10th percentile $36,850
90th percentile $60,850
Employed locally 50
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,850
    25th
    $45,790
    50th (median)
    $46,170
    75th
    $48,880
    90th
    $60,850

    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 Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $65,990
    Accountants and Auditors $66,080
    Management Analysts $71,950
    Human Resources Specialists $65,850
    Project Management Specialists $80,140
    Training and Development Specialists $69,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southwest Maine is $22.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southwest Maine is 8.7% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $36,850 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,790.