How much does a tax preparer make in Washington?
$45,370a year
Median yearly pay for tax preparers in Washington. That is $21.81 an hour or $3,781 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.81
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,260Median: $45,370Highest 10%: $71,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,260 | $18.39 | |
| 25th | $41,590 | $20.00 | |
| Median | $45,370 | $21.81 | |
| 75th | $48,830 | $23.48 | |
| 90th | $71,480 | $34.37 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $61,350 |
| Seattle, WA | $47,860 |
| Bellingham, WA | $44,250 |
| Kennewick, WA | $44,250 |
| Spokane, WA | $40,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tax preparers.
| 30. Maryland | $47,020 |
| 31. Michigan | $46,400 |
| 32. Indiana | $45,710 |
| 33. Washington | $45,370 |
| 34. Arizona | $44,770 |
| 35. Wisconsin | $44,340 |
| 36. New Jersey | $43,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tax preparer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $21.81 ($45,370 a year).
Do tax preparers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $45,370 against $54,920 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Washington rank for tax preparer pay?
Washington ranks 33 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays tax preparers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $61,350 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.