Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 10/01/2024

Individuals with current preparer tax identification numbers (PTINs) for 2024

  • 817,451

Cumulative number of individuals issued PTINs since 9/28/2010

  • 2,067,353

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 27,647
Certified public accountants* 207,989
Enrolled actuaries* 176
Enrolled agents* 62,826
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 487
2024 Annual Filing Season Program records of completion issued 78,397

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.