salary$65,990 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the El Paso, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,970per year
Top pay (top 10%)$107,800per year
Jobs in the area2,120people work this job
Can a accountant afford El Paso?
OK. Rent of $1,246 a month takes 22.7% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in El Paso, TX?
The median pay for a accountant in the El Paso, TX area is $65,990 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $45,970 and $107,800.
Can a accountant afford to live in El Paso?
Typical rent of $1,246 a month takes 22.7% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the El Paso, TX metro area.