Tax Accountant Salary in 2026
Prepare and file tax returns while advising clients on tax planning strategies.
Median Salary
$68,000
$5,667/mo
Entry Level
$48,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$95,000
experienced
Job Growth
+4%
10-yr outlook
Tax Accountant Overview
Prepare and file tax returns while advising clients on tax planning strategies.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Finance
Total Jobs (US)
145K
5-Year Growth
+10%
Category
Finance
Hourly Rate
$32.69/hr
Monthly Pay
$5,667
Tax Accountant Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Tax Accountant Salary
$79,000
$6,583/month · $3,038/biweekly · $37.98/hr
Tax Accountant Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Tax Accountant field.
Entry-level Tax Accountants earn around $48,000, while the top 10% earn $105,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Tax Accountants
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $80,000 | +$12,000 |
| New York | $78,000 | +$10,000 |
| Illinois | $71,000 | +$3,000 |
| Texas | $67,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $67,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Tax Accountants
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $80,000 | +$12,000 |
| Los Angeles | $76,000 | +$8,000 |
| Chicago | $71,000 | +$3,000 |
| Dallas | $68,000 | $0 |
| Houston | $67,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Tax Accountant Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Tax Accountant from entry level to expert.
$48,000
0-2 years
$72,000
3-7 years
$95,000
8-14 years
$115,000
15+ years
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