Tax Preparers pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for tax preparers is $30.18 an hour ($62,780 a year). About 1,330 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($54,920). Missouri ranks 5th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tax preparers in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.09 | $31,400 |
| 25% of workers | $17.11 | $35,580 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.18 | $62,780 |
| 75% of workers | $47.42 | $98,630 |
| 90% of workers | $59.76 | $124,300 |
Tax Preparers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $78,920 | 560 |
| Jefferson City | $75,990 | 30 |
| St. Louis | $69,210 | 380 |
| Springfield | $56,820 | 160 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- 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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $76,590 |
| Loan Officers | $73,660 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $99,930 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $98,420 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $75,800 |
| Financial Examiners | $79,990 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $50,250 |
| Insurance Underwriters | $80,040 |
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