Hourly Wage for Certified Tax Preparer Salary in the United States

Hourly Wage for Certified Tax Preparer Salary

How much does a Certified Tax Preparer make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Certified Tax Preparer in the United States is $28 as of July 29, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $26 and $31. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Certified Tax Preparer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $23 US July 29, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $26 US July 29, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $28 US July 29, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $31 US July 29, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $34 US July 29, 2024
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  • Travis Terry & Company CPA - Salem, NH
    Job Description. Senior Tax Preparer. Are you a detail-oriented person with experience with tax preparation. We are a family-oriented CPA Firm looking for ...
    - 1 Month Ago
  • Intuit - Phoenix, AZ
    Overview. At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a m...
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    Overview. At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a m...
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  1. This Job:

    Certified Tax Preparer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Tax Accountant II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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31
28

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
26
33
29
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Certified Tax Preparer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Certified Tax Preparer ranges from $26 to $31 with the average hourly pay of $28. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $26 to $33 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $29.

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