How much does a tax preparer make in Springfield?
$56,820a year
Median yearly pay for tax preparers in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $27.32 an hour or $4,735 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.32
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 74 of 186
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,400Median: $56,820Highest 10%: $112,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,400 | $15.10 | |
| 25th | $35,110 | $16.88 | |
| Median | $56,820 | $27.32 | |
| 75th | $85,970 | $41.33 | |
| 90th | $112,600 | $54.11 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for tax preparers.
| Kansas City, MO | $78,920 |
| St. Louis, MO | $69,210 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $93,310 |
| Management Analyst | $79,310 |
| Project Management Specialist | $78,060 |
| Financial Examiner | $76,210 |
| Loan Officer | $76,040 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $75,410 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $73,020 |
| Business Operations Specialist | $72,700 |
| Logistician | $69,740 |
| Cost Estimator | $64,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tax preparer make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $27.32 ($56,820 a year).
Do tax preparers make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $56,820 against $54,920 nationally, 3% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $62,780, so Springfield pays 9% less.
Where does Springfield rank for tax preparer pay?
74 of 186 metro areas with data.
How much does a tax preparer make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $112,600 or more.
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.