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Accountant Salary in Dallas, Texas

The median accountant salary in Dallas, TX is $79,880 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$79,880
vs State Avg
+$6,390
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Accountant Salary in Dallas by Experience

In Dallas, an entry-level accountant earns around $52,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $120,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$120,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dallas, TX

Percentile Dallas
10th Percentile $50,400
25th Percentile $62,700
Median (50th) $79,880
75th Percentile $102,400
90th Percentile $132,800

Accountant Salary in Other Texas Cities

Austin, TX
$83,874
Pop. 978,908
Houston, TX
$76,685
Pop. 2,304,580
Fort Worth, TX
$73,490
Pop. 918,915
San Antonio, TX
$70,294
Pop. 1,434,625

How to Become a Accountant in Dallas

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Dallas and the surrounding Texas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

GAAPTax PreparationFinancial AnalysisQuickBooksExcelAuditing

Job Outlook

Nationally, accountant employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Dallas may vary based on local industry and population growth.