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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks salary in Tampa, Florida

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Tampa metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$49,650
Mean annual$52,350
Range (10th to 90th)$36,240 to $64,970
Tampa, Florida employment17,260
State vs national-0.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Tampa bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$36,24025TH$42,490MEDIAN$49,65075TH$61,30090TH$64,970

The middle 50% of workers earn between $42,490 and $61,300, with a median of $49,650.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Some college, no degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Moderate-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Administrative

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5
  • Mathematical Reasoning

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Near Vision

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    3.8 / 5
  • Written Expression

    Ability

    3.6 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Perform personal bookkeeping services.

  2. 02

    Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.

  3. 03

    Prepare and process payroll information.

  4. 04

    Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.

  5. 05

    Prepare bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.

  6. 06

    Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.

  7. 07

    Compute deductions for income and social security taxes.

  8. 08

    Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.

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Other metros in Florida

How the Tampa metro compares to other major Florida metro areas for bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Tampa, Florida?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in the Tampa metropolitan area is $49,650.
Does Tampa pay more than the Florida state average for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?
The Tampa metro median is +3.5% versus the Florida state median of $47,980.
How does Tampa compare to the national median for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?
The Tampa metro median is -0.8% versus the BLS national figure of $50,073.
What is the salary range for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Tampa?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $36,240 and the 90th-percentile at $64,970 for the Tampa metro area.
What education is required for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Some college, no degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Tampa CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.