What are the main factors that influence a Tax Accountant II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Tax Accountant 's salary?

A Tax Accountant 's salary grows with experience: a Tax Accountant I (0-2 years)earns $69,144, a Tax Accountant II (2-4 years)earns $80,778, a Tax Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $91,492, a Tax Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $111,406, a Tax Accountant V (7-10 years)earns $169,718,

What are the highest paying states for a Tax Accountant II?

Tax Accountant II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tax Accountant II roles are District of Columbia $86,263, California $85,936, Massachusetts $84,791. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tax Accountant roles make?

Salaries for Tax Accountant level roles vary by specialization: Tax Accountant - Expert: $163,700; Senior Tax Accountant: $88,301; Tax Accountant - Senior: $88,300; Tax Accountant - Intermediate: $78,000; Tax Records and Reporting Accountant II: $77,920.

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Tax Accountant II Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Tax Accountant II make in Rhode Island?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tax Accountant II in Rhode Island is $80,778 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Tax Accountant II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,262
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,112 to $85,742
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,221

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Tax Accountant II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,742	$7,145	$1,649	$41
Average	$80,778	$6,732	$1,553	$39
25th Percentile	$72,112	$6,009	$1,387	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Tax Accountant II Salaries

A Tax Accountant II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Tax Accountant I	0-2 years	$69,144
Tax Accountant II	2-4 years	$80,778
Tax Accountant III	4-7 years	$91,492
Tax Accountant IV	7+ years	$111,406
Tax Accountant V	7-10 years	$169,718

How Do Tax Accountant II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Tax Accountant IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,263.
California: $85,936.
Massachusetts: $84,791.

District of Columbia $86,263 California $85,936 Massachusetts $84,791 Washington $84,479 New Jersey $84,448 Alaska $84,339 Connecticut $83,263 New York $82,827

Hawaii $81,433 Rhode Island $80,778 Maryland $80,334 Minnesota $79,726 Colorado $79,493 Illinois $79,415 Oregon $79,119 Delaware $78,900

New Hampshire $78,763 Virginia $78,456 Pennsylvania $77,560 Nevada $77,109 North Dakota $76,960 Michigan $76,727 Wisconsin $76,641 Vermont $76,470

Texas $75,994 Maine $75,963 Arizona $75,916 Ohio $75,862 Georgia $75,145 Indiana $74,787 Wyoming $74,717 Utah $74,608

Iowa $74,561 Kansas $74,187 Louisiana $74,078 North Carolina $74,039 Missouri $74,023 Florida $73,719 Montana $73,556 Nebraska $73,400

Kentucky $73,314 South Carolina $73,003 Tennessee $72,808 Idaho $72,730 New Mexico $72,161 Oklahoma $72,037 Alabama $71,577 South Dakota $70,806

Arkansas $70,385 West Virginia $70,159 Mississippi $69,481

Top Paying Cities for Tax Accountant IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $82,103
Albion: $80,739
Ashaway: $82,414

Adamsville, RI $82,103 Albion, RI $80,739 Ashaway, RI $82,414 Barrington, RI $80,739 Block Island, RI $81,986 Bradford, RI $82,360 Bristol, RI $80,661 Carolina, RI $81,690

Charlestown, RI $81,775 Chepachet, RI $80,583 Clayville, RI $80,661 Coventry, RI $80,583 West Greenwich, RI $80,529 East Greenwich, RI $80,638 Exeter, RI $82,360 Fiskeville, RI $80,739

Forestdale, RI $80,661 Foster, RI $80,529 Glendale, RI $80,529 Greene, RI $81,433 Greenville, RI $80,739 Harmony, RI $80,716 Harrisville, RI $80,583 Hope, RI $80,739

Hope Valley, RI $82,414 Hopkinton, RI $82,438 Jamestown, RI $81,612 Kenyon, RI $82,336 Little Compton, RI $82,071 Manville, RI $80,739 Mapleville, RI $80,529 Newport, RI $81,627

Middletown, RI $81,970 North Kingstown, RI $80,505 North Scituate, RI $80,716 Oakland, RI $80,607 Pascoag, RI $80,560 Pawtucket, RI $80,739 Central Falls, RI $80,739 Cumberland, RI $80,739

Lincoln, RI $80,739 Portsmouth, RI $81,300 Prudence Island, RI $80,583 Rockville, RI $82,438 Saunderstown, RI $81,659 Shannock, RI $82,313 Slatersville, RI $80,661 Slocum, RI $81,659

Tiverton, RI $82,126 Wakefield, RI $81,573 Kingston, RI $81,588 Narragansett, RI $81,604 Peace Dale, RI $81,573 Warren, RI $80,716 Warwick, RI $80,739 Westerly, RI $82,461

West Kingston, RI $81,635 West Warwick, RI $80,739 Wood River Junction, RI $82,360 Woonsocket, RI $80,661 North Smithfield, RI $80,716 Wyoming, RI $82,336 Providence, RI $80,739 Cranston, RI $80,739

North Providence, RI $80,739 East Providence, RI $80,739 Riverside, RI $80,739 Rumford, RI $80,739 Smithfield, RI $80,739 Johnston, RI $80,739

Tax Accountant II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tax Accountant II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$72,112

Average $80,778/year

$85,742

$6,009

Average $6,732/month

$7,145

$1,387

Average $1,553/week

$1,649

$35

Average $39/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,742	$7,145	$1,649	$41
Average	$80,778	$6,732	$1,553	$39
25th Percentile	$72,112	$6,009	$1,387	$35

Tax Accountant II Salary Growth & Career Path

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Tax Research Manager

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International Tax Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Tax Accountant II, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Tax Accountant II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Tax Compliance Analyst III	$95,181	18%
International Tax Specialist	$95,181	18%
Tax Research Manager	$135,665	68%
Tax Accountant III	$91,492	13%

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