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Tax examiners, collectors, and revenue agents Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.

The median salary for Tax examiners, collectors, and revenue agents in the United States is $59,740 per year — about $29 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $48,987 and $72,883 a year.

Median annual salary
$59,740
~$29/hr · ~$4,978/mo
Total US jobs
58K
Decline
Education
Bachelor's degree
Growth: -2%

Salary range

10th %ile
$38,831
25th %ile
$48,987
Median
$59,740
75th %ile
$72,883
90th %ile
$92,597

Frequently asked questions

How much do Tax examiners, collectors, and revenue agents make in the US?

The median salary is $59,740 per year (about $29 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $48,987 and $72,883 a year.

How much do Tax examiners, collectors, and revenue agents make per hour?

About $29 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $59,740 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Tax examiners, collectors, and revenue agents?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)