Tax Preparers Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $76,260 +50.8% vs national
Median hourly $36.66
10th percentile $35,820
90th percentile $123,760
Employed locally 40
National median $50,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,820
    25th
    $72,310
    50th (median)
    $76,260
    75th
    $116,480
    90th
    $123,760

    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
    Jefferson City, MO $75,990
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $74,670

    Related occupations in Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$71,840
    Human Resources Specialists$69,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$68,970
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$69,000
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$63,740
    Loan Officers$78,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Tax Preparers in Southwest Minnesota is $36.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.13 or more per hour.

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

    The median Tax Preparers salary in Southwest Minnesota is 50.8% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Tax Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $35,820 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,310.