Entry level tax preparer salary in United States

The average salary for an Entry Level Tax Preparer is $13.83 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 1.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Entry Level Tax Preparer salaries typically range between a low of $10.92 and a high of $17.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Entry Level Tax Preparer include Pittsburgh, PA at $16.22 per hour, Tulsa, OK at $14.63 per hour, and Nashville, TN at $14.00 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Entry Level Tax Preparer include Everforth ($130,000 per year) and CPS, Inc. ($100,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Entry Level Tax Preparer salary compares to related positions:

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