Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 09/03/2024

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

  • 809,904

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

  • 2,138,859

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 27,473
Certified public accountants* 207,531
Enrolled actuaries* 174
Enrolled agents* 58,302
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 485
2024 Annual Filing Season Program records of completion issued 78,397

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.