salary$79,960 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Jacksonville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$130,620per year
Jobs in the area6,890people work this job
Can a accountant afford Jacksonville?
OK. Rent of $1,719 a month takes 25.8% 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 Jacksonville, FL?
The median pay for a accountant in the Jacksonville, FL area is $79,960 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $51,800 and $130,620.
Can a accountant afford to live in Jacksonville?
Typical rent of $1,719 a month takes 25.8% 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 Jacksonville, FL metro area.