salary$76,140 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Waco, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,590per year
Top pay (top 10%)$122,330per year
Jobs in the area860people work this job
Can a accountant afford Waco?
OK. Rent of $1,349 a month takes 21.3% 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 Waco, TX?
The median pay for a accountant in the Waco, TX area is $76,140 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $52,590 and $122,330.
Can a accountant afford to live in Waco?
Typical rent of $1,349 a month takes 21.3% 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 Waco, TX metro area.