What is the average hourly wage for Accountants and Auditors?

The median hourly wage for Accountants and Auditors is $38.40 per hour. This translates to approximately $79,880 per year working full-time.

What states pay Accountants and Auditors the most?

Salaries for Accountants and Auditors vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a accountants and auditor?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Accountants and Auditors Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$79,880

$38.40 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$42,336 - $137,394

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

1,435,170

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Accountants and Auditors Salary by Percentile

$42,336 $137,394

10th pct Median: $79,880 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$42,336	$20.35
25th Percentile	$57,514	$27.65
50th (Median)	$79,880	$38.40
75th Percentile	$110,234	$53.00
90th (Top Earners)	$137,394	$66.05
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Accountants and Auditors

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$105,442	$50.69
2	California (CA)	$99,850	$48.00
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$97,454	$46.85
4	New York (NY)	$97,454	$46.85
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$95,856	$46.08
6	Connecticut (CT)	$94,258	$45.32
7	Maryland (MD)	$94,258	$45.32
8	Hawaii (HI)	$91,862	$44.16
9	Alaska (AK)	$89,466	$43.01
10	Washington (WA)	$89,466	$43.01
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Accountants and Auditors

Accountants and Auditors work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Accountants and Auditors

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

980,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Accountants and Auditors make?

The median annual salary for Accountants and Auditors is $79,880 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $42,336, while the top 10% earn $137,394 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Accountants and Auditors?

Accountants and Auditors earn a median hourly wage of $38.40 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $79,880 annually.

Is Accountants and Auditors a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $79,880, Accountants and Auditors earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Accountants and Auditors need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.