Tax Preparers pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for tax preparers is $22.31 an hour ($46,400 a year). About 1,660 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($54,920). Michigan ranks 31st of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tax preparers in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.23 | $29,600 |
| 25% of workers | $19.34 | $40,220 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.31 | $46,400 |
| 75% of workers | $29.64 | $61,660 |
| 90% of workers | $37.47 | $77,950 |
Tax Preparers pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $54,570 | 140 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $51,870 | 70 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $46,450 | 830 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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)
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|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $78,820 |
| Loan Officers | $74,470 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $95,420 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $77,930 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $75,040 |
| Insurance Underwriters | $77,380 |
| Property Appraisers and Assessors | $64,270 |
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