What are the main factors that influence a Tax Accountant IV'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 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, a Tax Supervisor (10+ years)earns $117,818,

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

Tax Accountant IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tax Accountant IV roles are District of Columbia $118,971, California $118,520, Massachusetts $116,940. 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; Tax Compliance Accountant IV: $107,600; Tax Compliance Analyst IV: $107,547; Tax Records and Reporting Accountant IV: $107,460; Senior Tax Accountant: $88,301.

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Tax Accountant IV Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tax Accountant IV in Rhode Island is $111,406 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,937
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,075 to $115,348
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,400

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Tax Accountant IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,348	$9,612	$2,218	$55
Average	$111,406	$9,284	$2,142	$54
25th Percentile	$104,075	$8,673	$2,001	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Tax Accountant IV Salaries

A Tax Accountant IV'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 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
Tax Supervisor	10+ years	$117,818

How Do Tax Accountant IV 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 IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $118,971.
California: $118,520.
Massachusetts: $116,940.

District of Columbia $118,971 California $118,520 Massachusetts $116,940 Washington $116,510 New Jersey $116,467 Alaska $116,317 Connecticut $114,834 New York $114,232

Hawaii $112,309 Rhode Island $111,406 Maryland $110,794 Minnesota $109,956 Colorado $109,633 Illinois $109,526 Oregon $109,118 Delaware $108,817

New Hampshire $108,628 Virginia $108,204 Pennsylvania $106,968 Nevada $106,345 North Dakota $106,141 Michigan $105,819 Wisconsin $105,701 Vermont $105,464

Texas $104,809 Maine $104,766 Arizona $104,701 Ohio $104,626 Georgia $103,637 Indiana $103,143 Wyoming $103,046 Utah $102,896

Iowa $102,832 Kansas $102,316 Louisiana $102,165 North Carolina $102,112 Missouri $102,090 Florida $101,671 Montana $101,445 Nebraska $101,231

Kentucky $101,112 South Carolina $100,683 Tennessee $100,414 Idaho $100,306 New Mexico $99,522 Oklahoma $99,350 Alabama $98,716 South Dakota $97,652

Arkansas $97,072 West Virginia $96,761 Mississippi $95,826

Top Paying Cities for Tax Accountant IVs

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: $113,233
Albion: $111,353
Ashaway: $113,663

Adamsville, RI $113,233 Albion, RI $111,353 Ashaway, RI $113,663 Barrington, RI $111,353 Block Island, RI $113,072 Bradford, RI $113,588 Bristol, RI $111,245 Carolina, RI $112,663

Charlestown, RI $112,782 Chepachet, RI $111,138 Clayville, RI $111,245 Coventry, RI $111,138 West Greenwich, RI $111,062 East Greenwich, RI $111,213 Exeter, RI $113,588 Fiskeville, RI $111,353

Forestdale, RI $111,245 Foster, RI $111,062 Glendale, RI $111,062 Greene, RI $112,309 Greenville, RI $111,353 Harmony, RI $111,320 Harrisville, RI $111,138 Hope, RI $111,353

Hope Valley, RI $113,663 Hopkinton, RI $113,695 Jamestown, RI $112,556 Kenyon, RI $113,555 Little Compton, RI $113,190 Manville, RI $111,353 Mapleville, RI $111,062 Newport, RI $112,577

Middletown, RI $113,050 North Kingstown, RI $111,030 North Scituate, RI $111,320 Oakland, RI $111,170 Pascoag, RI $111,105 Pawtucket, RI $111,353 Central Falls, RI $111,353 Cumberland, RI $111,353

Lincoln, RI $111,353 Portsmouth, RI $112,126 Prudence Island, RI $111,138 Rockville, RI $113,695 Saunderstown, RI $112,620 Shannock, RI $113,523 Slatersville, RI $111,245 Slocum, RI $112,620

Tiverton, RI $113,265 Wakefield, RI $112,502 Kingston, RI $112,524 Narragansett, RI $112,545 Peace Dale, RI $112,502 Warren, RI $111,320 Warwick, RI $111,353 Westerly, RI $113,727

West Kingston, RI $112,588 West Warwick, RI $111,353 Wood River Junction, RI $113,588 Woonsocket, RI $111,245 North Smithfield, RI $111,320 Wyoming, RI $113,555 Providence, RI $111,353 Cranston, RI $111,353

North Providence, RI $111,353 East Providence, RI $111,353 Riverside, RI $111,353 Rumford, RI $111,353 Smithfield, RI $111,353 Johnston, RI $111,353

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

Understanding how a Tax Accountant IV'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

$104,075

Average $111,406/year

$115,348

$8,673

Average $9,284/month

$9,612

$2,001

Average $2,142/week

$2,218

$50

Average $54/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,348	$9,612	$2,218	$55
Average	$111,406	$9,284	$2,142	$54
25th Percentile	$104,075	$8,673	$2,001	$50

Tax Accountant IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Tax Accountant IV

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Tax Accountant V

Tax Compliance Analysis Manager

International Tax Senior Manager

Tax Research Senior Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Tax Accountant IV, 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 IV Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Tax Compliance Analysis Supervisor	$113,879	2%
International Tax Manager	$135,665	22%
Tax Research Manager	$135,665	22%
Tax Accountant V	$169,718	52%

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