Accounting Cost in San Francisco
Rate benchmarks for accountant services in the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro area. Based on BLS OES 2025 data.
Accountant — San Francisco
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $96.57/hr | $1,931 | $3,863 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $130.86/hr | $2,617 | $5,234 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $195.15/hr | $3,903 | $7,806 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $276.64/hr | $5,533 | $11,066 |
Tax Preparer — San Francisco
| Experience | Hourly Rate | Monthly (20 hrs) | Monthly (40 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry (0–3 yrs) | $89.05/hr | $1,781 | $3,562 |
| Mid (3–5 yrs) | $130.92/hr | $2,618 | $5,237 |
| Senior (5–10 yrs) | $195.74/hr | $3,915 | $7,830 |
| Lead (10+ yrs) | $263.13/hr | $5,263 | $10,525 |
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