Tax Preparers pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for tax preparers is $21.81 an hour ($45,370 a year). About 1,360 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($54,920). Washington ranks 33rd of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for tax preparers in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.39 | $38,260 |
| 25% of workers | $19.99 | $41,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.81 | $45,370 |
| 75% of workers | $23.48 | $48,830 |
| 90% of workers | $34.37 | $71,480 |
Tax Preparers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $47,860 | 780 |
| Bellingham | $44,250 | 50 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $44,250 | 50 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $40,160 | 120 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $96,550 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $107,210 |
| Loan Officers | $80,120 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $114,050 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $80,930 |
| Insurance Underwriters | $99,400 |
| Budget Analysts | $96,640 |
| Credit Analysts | $91,160 |
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