Tax Preparers
Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
SOC: 13-2082.00
Common Job Titles
Enrolled AgentTax AdvisorTax ConsultantTax Preparer
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Tax Preparers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
73,570
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $30,500 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $96,240 |
| Workers on average earn | $58,860 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.0/5
- Economics and Accounting3.9/5
- English Language3.7/5
- Law and Government3.5/5
- Computers and Electronics3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Intuit QuickBooksMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
ACI TaskTrackerATX Total Accounting OfficeATX Total Tax OfficeCCH ProSystem fx TAXCreative Solutions CPA DepreciationCreative Solutions UltraTax CSDatagroup ElectroFile 1040Datagroup ElectroFile ELF
Tools & Equipment
10-key calculatorsDesktop computersNotebook computers