How much does a tax preparer make in Virginia?
$58,520a year
Median yearly pay for tax preparers in Virginia. That is $28.13 an hour or $4,877 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.13
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,330Median: $58,520Highest 10%: $98,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,330 | $17.47 | |
| 25th | $40,960 | $19.69 | |
| Median | $58,520 | $28.13 | |
| 75th | $70,480 | $33.88 | |
| 90th | $98,700 | $47.45 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Richmond, VA | $62,160 |
| Washington, DC | $57,890 |
| Roanoke, VA | $53,630 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $44,320 |
| Kingsport, TN | $42,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tax preparers.
| 10. Pennsylvania | $61,270 |
| 11. Nevada | $60,000 |
| 12. Minnesota | $59,200 |
| 13. Virginia | $58,520 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $58,400 |
| 15. Wyoming | $57,990 |
| 16. Rhode Island | $57,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tax preparer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $28.13 ($58,520 a year).
Do tax preparers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $58,520 against $54,920 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Virginia rank for tax preparer pay?
Virginia ranks 13 of 48 states.
Which city in Virginia pays tax preparers the most?
Richmond, VA, with a median of $62,160 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.