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Certified public accountant salary in United States

How much does a Certified Public Accountant make in the United States?

Average base salary

$95,430
Average $95,430
Low $60,776
High $149,844
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a certified public accountant is $95,430 per year in the United States. 5k salaries reported, updated at October 1, 2023

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Top companies for Certified Public Accountants in United States

  1. VALiNTRY Services
    4.4
    9 reviews5 salaries reported
    $174,715per year
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Highest paying cities for Certified Public Accountants near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $134,368 per year
    324 salaries reported
  2. Buffalo, NY
    $132,701 per year
    6 salaries reported
  3. San Francisco, CA
    $115,784 per year
    62 salaries reported
  1. Stamford, CT
    $101,750 per year
    5 salaries reported
  2. Chandler, AZ
    $94,408 per year
    8 salaries reported
  3. Chicago, IL
    $90,426 per year
    35 salaries reported
  1. Dallas, TX
    $85,206 per year
    38 salaries reported
  2. Indianapolis, IN
    $84,817 per year
    12 salaries reported
  3. Oklahoma City, OK
    $77,255 per year
    14 salaries reported
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Most common benefits for Certified Public Accountants

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 57 ratings

40% of Certified Public Accountants in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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