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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Tax Preparation?

Tax Preparation salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tax Preparation roles are District of Columbia $74,283, California $74,001, Massachusetts $73,015. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tax Preparation roles make?

Salaries for Tax Preparation level roles vary by specialization: Divisional VP of Tax: $222,900; Tax Senior Manager: $150,110; Tax Manager: $125,329; Tax Supervisor: $113,660; Senior Tax Accountant: $88,301.

Tax Preparation Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tax Preparation make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tax Preparation in Delaware is $67,943 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,691
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,191 to $84,038
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,491

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Tax Preparation Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,038	$7,003	$1,616	$40
Average	$67,943	$5,662	$1,307	$33
25th Percentile	$56,191	$4,683	$1,081	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Tax Preparation Salaries

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

How Do Tax Preparation 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 Preparations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $74,283.
California: $74,001.
Massachusetts: $73,015.

District of Columbia $74,283 California $74,001 Massachusetts $73,015 Washington $72,747 New Jersey $72,720 Alaska $72,626 Connecticut $71,700 New York $71,324

Hawaii $70,123 Rhode Island $69,560 Maryland $69,177 Minnesota $68,654 Colorado $68,453 Illinois $68,386 Oregon $68,131 Delaware $67,943

New Hampshire $67,825 Virginia $67,560 Pennsylvania $66,789 Nevada $66,400 North Dakota $66,272 Michigan $66,071 Wisconsin $65,997 Vermont $65,850

Texas $65,440 Maine $65,414 Arizona $65,373 Ohio $65,326 Georgia $64,709 Indiana $64,400 Wyoming $64,340 Utah $64,246

Iowa $64,206 Kansas $63,884 Louisiana $63,790 North Carolina $63,756 Missouri $63,743 Florida $63,481 Montana $63,340 Nebraska $63,206

Kentucky $63,132 South Carolina $62,864 Tennessee $62,696 Idaho $62,629 New Mexico $62,139 Oklahoma $62,032 Alabama $61,636 South Dakota $60,972

Arkansas $60,610 West Virginia $60,415 Mississippi $59,832

Top Paying Cities for Tax Preparations

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:

Lincoln: $67,637
Little Creek: $68,132
Magnolia: $68,034

Lincoln, DE $67,637 Little Creek, DE $68,132 Magnolia, DE $68,034 Milford, DE $67,809 Marydel, DE $67,920 Millsboro, DE $67,353 Millville, DE $67,457 Milton, DE $67,574

Nassau, DE $67,623 Ocean View, DE $67,446 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,575 Seaford, DE $67,613 Selbyville, DE $67,334 Smyrna, DE $68,179 Viola, DE $67,865 Woodside, DE $68,048

Bear, DE $67,891 Newark, DE $67,865 Claymont, DE $68,004 Delaware City, DE $67,933 Hockessin, DE $67,859 Kirkwood, DE $67,920 Middletown, DE $67,946 Montchanin, DE $67,874

New Castle, DE $67,884 Odessa, DE $67,980 Port Penn, DE $68,025 Rockland, DE $67,881 Saint Georges, DE $67,925 Townsend, DE $68,029 Winterthur, DE $67,889 Lewes, DE $67,600

Wilmington, DE $67,862 Dover, DE $68,132 Dover Afb, DE $67,773 Bethany Beach, DE $67,375 Bethel, DE $67,444 Bridgeville, DE $67,603 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,940 Cheswold, DE $68,110

Clayton, DE $68,112 Dagsboro, DE $67,328 Delmar, DE $67,220 Ellendale, DE $67,424 Felton, DE $67,803 Fenwick Island, DE $67,342 Frankford, DE $67,225 Frederica, DE $67,870

Georgetown, DE $67,302 Greenwood, DE $67,614 Harbeson, DE $67,374 Harrington, DE $67,717 Hartly, DE $67,928 Houston, DE $67,621 Kenton, DE $68,115 Laurel, DE $67,262

Yorklyn, DE $67,879

Tax Preparation Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tax Preparation'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 August 01, 2026

$56,191

Average $67,943/year

$84,038

$4,683

Average $5,662/month

$7,003

$1,081

Average $1,307/week

$1,616

$27

Average $33/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,038	$7,003	$1,616	$40
Average	$67,943	$5,662	$1,307	$33
25th Percentile	$56,191	$4,683	$1,081	$27

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