How much does a tax preparer make in Missouri?
$62,780a year
Median yearly pay for tax preparers in Missouri. That is $30.18 an hour or $5,232 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.18
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,400Median: $62,780Highest 10%: $124,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,400 | $15.10 | |
| 25th | $35,580 | $17.11 | |
| Median | $62,780 | $30.18 | |
| 75th | $98,630 | $47.42 | |
| 90th | $124,300 | $59.76 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $78,920 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $75,990 |
| St. Louis, MO | $69,210 |
| Springfield, MO | $56,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tax preparers.
| 2. California | $70,030 |
| 3. Utah | $66,720 |
| 4. Montana | $63,080 |
| 5. Missouri | $62,780 |
| 6. Colorado | $62,620 |
| 7. Alaska | $62,360 |
| 8. New Hampshire | $61,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tax preparer make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $30.18 ($62,780 a year).
Do tax preparers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $62,780 against $54,920 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Missouri rank for tax preparer pay?
Missouri ranks 5 of 48 states.
Which city in Missouri pays tax preparers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $78,920 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.