Tax Preparers pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for tax preparers is $19.77 an hour ($41,130 a year). About 700 people work in this job there.
That is 25% lower than the U.S. median ($54,920). Connecticut ranks 39th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tax preparers in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.18 | $35,740 |
| 25% of workers | $17.71 | $36,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.77 | $41,130 |
| 75% of workers | $29.16 | $60,660 |
| 90% of workers | $39.30 | $81,750 |
Tax Preparers pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $58,370 | 240 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $37,760 | 200 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $35,740 | 80 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for tax preparers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 9,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $97,550 |
| Loan Officers | $95,730 |
| Insurance Underwriters | $100,690 |
| Budget Analysts | $95,440 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $89,140 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $113,990 |
| Property Appraisers and Assessors | $86,050 |
| Credit Analysts | $98,230 |
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