Return Preparer Office federal tax return preparer statistics

 

Data current as of 12/2/2024

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

  • 849,531

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

  • 2,088,957

Professional credentials* and other qualifications

Professional credentials/other qualifications Total
Attorneys* 28,324
Certified public accountants* 212,970
Enrolled actuaries* 190
Enrolled agents* 64,860
Enrolled retirement plan agents* 497
2024 Annual Filing Season Program records of completion issued 78,397
2025 Annual Filing Season Program Records of Completion Issued 25,308

Some preparers have multiple professional credentials and qualifications.