Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
Tax Preparers
SOC: 13-2082 O*NET: 13-2082.00
Median Salary
$50,560
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.5%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
10.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$30,336
25th
$40,448
50th (Median)
$50,560
75th
$60,672
90th
$75,840
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:90,600
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.5%
Annual Openings:10,400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)90,600
Current
2034 (Projected)94,700
+4.5%
+4,100
Employment Change
+4.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Time Management
Time Management
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Mathematics
Mathematics
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Economics and Accounting
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Mathematics
✓
Law and Government
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Administrative
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year