Tax Preparers pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for tax preparers is $32.08 an hour ($66,720 a year). About 1,190 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($54,920). Utah ranks 3rd of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tax preparers in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.48 | $38,430 |
| 25% of workers | $23.18 | $48,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.08 | $66,720 |
| 75% of workers | $38.73 | $80,550 |
| 90% of workers | $49.44 | $102,840 |
Tax Preparers pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $66,920 | 670 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $64,240 | 250 |
| Logan | $48,500 | 50 |
| Ogden | $48,210 | 110 |
| St. George | $46,380 | 40 |
Utah 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)
- 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 Utah
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $79,990 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $91,370 |
| Loan Officers | $59,440 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $49,940 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $76,530 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $77,390 |
| Financial Examiners | $92,000 |
| Property Appraisers and Assessors | $56,100 |
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