Certified Tax Preparer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Certified Tax Preparer Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Certified Tax Preparer make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Certified Tax Preparer in Chicago, IL is $62,028. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $56,326 to $67,948, with most professionals earning between $51,134 and $73,338.

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10th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $51,134 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $56,326 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $62,028 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $67,948 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Certified Tax Preparer Salary $73,338 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $56,326 10% $51,134 90% $73,338 75% $67,948 $62,028 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Certified Tax Preparer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Tax Accountant II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Certified Tax Preparer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Certified Tax Preparer ranges from $56,326 to $67,948 with the average base salary of $62,028. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,326 to $67,948 with the average total cash compensation of $62,028.

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