Tax Preparation in Hickory, NC
Get your federal and state returns prepared and filed correctly.
Who needs this
Anyone filing a 1040 — W-2 employees, families, retirees.
What it costs
National chains run $250-500 for a typical return; independent CPAs/EAs $300-800+ depending on complexity.
The Hickory picture
Hickory taxpayers filed 37,870 returns at an average AGI of $76,901. Self-employment runs high here — 15.7% of returns include Schedule C income, which raises both complexity and the value of good help.
FAQ
How much does tax preparation cost in Hickory?
National chains run $250-500 for a typical return; independent CPAs/EAs $300-800+ depending on complexity.
Who needs tax preparation?
Anyone filing a 1040 — W-2 employees, families, retirees.
How many providers serve Hickory?
The IRS lists 203 credentialed preparers in Hickory, NC — 58 CPAs, 18 enrolled agents, and 3 tax attorneys.
Local providers
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Diana L. Adams, CPA
CPA
(828) 850-1024
Martin, Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A.
CPA
828-327-2727
DAVID K BLANTON CPA PLLC
EA
(828) 324-1830
RLI CPA
(828) 322-9200
AGENCIA DE VIAJES LAS AMERICAS INC
(828) 322-3946
StanLee Enterprises, LLC
EA
8287997826
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
8283451420
David P Baldwin, CPA PLLC
CPA
(828) 838-1200
SourcePoint Accounting LLC