What are the main factors that influence an Income Tax Preparer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Income Tax Preparer's salary?

An Income Tax Preparer's salary grows with experience: a Income Tax Preparer (0-2 years)earns $66,353, a Tax Accountant II (2-4 years)earns $77,519, a Tax Accountant III (4-7 years)earns $87,817, a Tax Accountant IV (7+ years)earns $106,927, a Tax Accountant V (7-10 years)earns $162,872,

What are the highest paying states for an Income Tax Preparer?

Income Tax Preparer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Income Tax Preparer roles are District of Columbia $73,078, California $72,800, Massachusetts $71,830. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Income Tax Preparer roles make?

Salaries for Income Tax Preparer level roles vary by specialization: Income Tax Manager: $152,175; Income Tax Senior: $88,381; Seasonal Tax Preparer: $86,125; Income Tax Accountant: $77,117; Accountant (Tax Preparer): $69,003.

Income Tax Preparer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Income Tax Preparer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Income Tax Preparer in Delaware is $66,840 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,509
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,860 to $73,472
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,326

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Income Tax Preparer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,472	$6,123	$1,413	$35
Average	$66,840	$5,570	$1,285	$32
25th Percentile	$61,860	$5,155	$1,190	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Income Tax Preparer Salaries

An Income Tax Preparer'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.

How Experience Level Affects Income Tax Preparer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Income Tax Preparer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,353
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,519
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,817
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,927
Expert (over 8 years): $162,872

Levels	Salary
Income Ta... Level Income Tax Preparer	$66,353
Tax Accou... Level Income Tax Preparer	$77,519
Tax Accou... Level Income Tax Preparer	$87,817
Tax Accou... Level Income Tax Preparer	$106,927
Tax Accou... Level Income Tax Preparer	$162,872

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How Do Income Tax Preparer 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 Income Tax Preparers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,078.
California: $72,800.
Massachusetts: $71,830.

District of Columbia $73,078 California $72,800 Massachusetts $71,830 Washington $71,566 New Jersey $71,540 Alaska $71,447 Connecticut $70,537 New York $70,167

Hawaii $68,985 Rhode Island $68,431 Maryland $68,055 Minnesota $67,540 Colorado $67,342 Illinois $67,276 Oregon $67,025 Delaware $66,840

New Hampshire $66,724 Virginia $66,464 Pennsylvania $65,705 Nevada $65,322 North Dakota $65,197 Michigan $64,999 Wisconsin $64,926 Vermont $64,781

Texas $64,379 Maine $64,352 Arizona $64,313 Ohio $64,266 Georgia $63,659 Indiana $63,356 Wyoming $63,296 Utah $63,204

Iowa $63,164 Kansas $62,847 Louisiana $62,755 North Carolina $62,722 Missouri $62,709 Florida $62,451 Montana $62,313 Nebraska $62,181

Kentucky $62,108 South Carolina $61,844 Tennessee $61,679 Idaho $61,613 New Mexico $61,131 Oklahoma $61,026 Alabama $60,636 South Dakota $59,983

Arkansas $59,626 West Virginia $59,435 Mississippi $58,861

Top Paying Cities for Income Tax Preparers

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: $69,177
Little Creek: $68,537
Magnolia: $68,820

Lincoln, DE $69,177 Little Creek, DE $68,537 Magnolia, DE $68,820 Milford, DE $69,177 Marydel, DE $68,279 Millsboro, DE $69,177 Millville, DE $69,639 Milton, DE $69,177

Nassau, DE $69,177 Ocean View, DE $69,639 Rehoboth Beach, DE $69,639 Seaford, DE $68,451 Selbyville, DE $69,639 Smyrna, DE $68,200 Viola, DE $68,820 Woodside, DE $68,622

Bear, DE $67,698 Newark, DE $67,725 Claymont, DE $67,778 Delaware City, DE $67,725 Hockessin, DE $67,778 Kirkwood, DE $67,725 Middletown, DE $68,061 Montchanin, DE $67,778

New Castle, DE $67,778 Odessa, DE $68,154 Port Penn, DE $67,540 Rockland, DE $67,778 Saint Georges, DE $67,725 Townsend, DE $68,055 Winterthur, DE $67,778 Lewes, DE $69,177

Wilmington, DE $67,778 Dover, DE $68,504 Dover Afb, DE $68,662 Bethany Beach, DE $69,639 Bethel, DE $68,451 Bridgeville, DE $69,177 Camden Wyoming, DE $68,576 Cheswold, DE $68,345

Clayton, DE $68,174 Dagsboro, DE $69,639 Delmar, DE $68,451 Ellendale, DE $69,177 Felton, DE $69,177 Fenwick Island, DE $69,639 Frankford, DE $69,639 Frederica, DE $69,177

Georgetown, DE $69,177 Greenwood, DE $69,177 Harbeson, DE $69,177 Harrington, DE $69,177 Hartly, DE $68,141 Houston, DE $69,177 Kenton, DE $68,174 Laurel, DE $68,451

Yorklyn, DE $67,778

Income Tax Preparer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Income Tax Preparer'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 January 01, 2026

$61,860

Average $66,840/year

$73,472

$5,155

Average $5,570/month

$6,123

$1,190

Average $1,285/week

$1,413

$30

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,472	$6,123	$1,413	$35
Average	$66,840	$5,570	$1,285	$32
25th Percentile	$61,860	$5,155	$1,190	$30

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