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Job outlook for tax examining technicians in the United States
Tax examining technician job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected tax examining technician job growth rate is -7% from 2018-2028.
About -3,700 new jobs for tax examining technicians are projected over the next decade.
Tax examining technician salaries have increased 7% for tax examining technicians in the last 5 years.
There are over 13,495 tax examining technicians currently employed in the United States.
There are 43,996 active tax examining technician job openings in the US.
The average tax examining technician salary is $43,422.
Are tax examining technician jobs in demand?
Tax examining technician job and salary trends over time
Tax examining technician jobs over time
Tax examining technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13,495 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 13,723 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 13,880 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 14,084 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 14,629 | 0.00% |
Average tax examining technician salary over time
Tax examining technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $43,422 | $20.88 | +1.4% |
| 2024 | $42,836 | $20.59 | +0.8% |
| 2023 | $42,485 | $20.43 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | $41,463 | $19.93 | +2.1% |
| 2021 | $40,628 | $19.53 | +1.2% |
Tax examining technician jobs by state
Most common states for tax examining technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 115 | 17% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 105 | 14% |
| 3 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 403 | 13% |
| 4 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 171 | 13% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 126 | 13% |
| 6 | Vermont | 623,657 | 79 | 13% |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 837 | 12% |
| 8 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 651 | 12% |
| 9 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 431 | 12% |
| 10 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 131 | 12% |
| 11 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 661 | 11% |
| 12 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 150 | 11% |
| 13 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 1,290 | 10% |
| 14 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 987 | 10% |
| 15 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 583 | 10% |
| 16 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 323 | 10% |
| 17 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 939 | 9% |
| 18 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 575 | 9% |
| 19 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 514 | 9% |
| 20 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 175 | 9% |
Most common cities for tax examining technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chamblee | 1 | 4% | $37,796 |
| 2 | Austin | 1 | 0% | $36,172 |
| 3 | Fresno | 1 | 0% | $44,973 |
| 4 | Los Angeles | 1 | 0% | $44,297 |
Tax Examining Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of tax examining technician experts
Case Western Reserve University
Fairfield University
Berea College
Susquehanna University
Thomas King
Department Chair, Director, Master of Accountancy Program, Professor, AccountancyCase Western Reserve University
Accountancy Department
What general advice would you give to a Tax Examining Technician?
Thomas King: Be dependable. Reputations form quickly after people join organizations. A newly hired professional who demonstrates the ability to get things done rapidly and accurately will soon become a "go-to" person when new opportunities arise. Such exposure early in a career is invaluable.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Tax Examining Technician job market given the pandemic?
Kathi Mettler: The trend that we are seeing at Fairfield is that more people are pursuing graduate degrees (either going back to school or continuing after undergrad). The trend that I am seeing from the public accounting firms is that they are right-sizing and pushing out start dates into 2021 or early 2022. The accounting profession requires continuing professional education (CPE), so the pandemic has forced those CPE and other conferences and seminars to be online and virtual. I do believe folks will gravitate back to in-person learning and meetings once it is safe to do so, but some of these will remain online. Travel to visit clients has also stopped, so I believe that the amount of travel will be reduced going forward.
Dr. Richard Hale
Associate Professor of AccountingBerea College
Accounting Department
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Tax Examining Technician job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Richard Hale: The most significant trends in the job market in Accounting are less likely to be affected by the pandemic.
Accountants' skills remain the same...taxes, payroll, financial reviews, management support, etc., for all companies.
The benefits brought to an accountant's clients are in even greater demand due to the issues brought about by the pandemic.
Some issues will be more challenging to deal with in these times. For instance, if an employee works from home and is in a different community than the headquarters, what are the tax and payroll implications? Will sales taxes now have to be collected in that community or state? These are among the many questions that expanding work from home to more employees has created.
Accordingly, I do not foresee a downturn in the accounting industry.
Mike Ozlanski Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of AccountingSusquehanna University
Department Accounting
What general advice would you give to a Tax Examining Technician?
Mike Ozlanski Ph.D.: Technical accounting skills are necessary but not sufficient to thrive in the profession. Young professionals should seek professional development opportunities to enhance their knowledge base for data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital assets. Knowledge of ESG reporting will also become more important, especially with the new SEC rules about climate-related disclosures.
What Tax Examining Technician skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Mike Ozlanski Ph.D.: In addition to cultivating the previously mentioned skills, young professionals should seek professional licensing and certifications. The CPA license is still a highly regarded credential in the industry, so earning it early in your career is important. Many other professional certifications and micro-credentials can also enhance a person’s CPA license.
What will help Tax Examining Technicians increase their earning potential?
Mike Ozlanski Ph.D.: It is honestly an exciting time to enter the accounting profession as it harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of their work. Continue to work hard and learn as much as you can, especially about the role of article intelligence and other emerging technologies in the field. Additionally, I recognize that many organizations offer hybrid work arrangements, but there is still tremendous value in having opportunities to connect with team members and clients at in-person meetings. Lean into these opportunities to physically gather with others and never underestimate the value of in-person connections.