Tax Preparation in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh picture
Raleigh taxpayers filed 266,050 returns at an average AGI of $116,034. Self-employment runs high here — 21.2% of returns include Schedule C income, which raises both complexity and the value of good help.
FAQ
How much does tax preparation cost in Raleigh?
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 Raleigh?
The IRS lists 1,984 credentialed preparers in Raleigh, NC — 699 CPAs, 125 enrolled agents, and 55 tax attorneys.
Local providers
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Thomas, Judy, & Tucker, PA
CPA
9195717055
Triangle Accounting
(919) 380-1040
Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP
CPA
919-232-5906
KATE ADAMS
EA
ERNST & YOUNG LLP
CPA
TRUTHFUL TAXES LLC
FORVIS MAZARS, LLP
(919) 876-4546
Taxadvantage
919-250-7509
Scott J. Ajac, CPA
CPA
9197817096