text: It all depends on the complexity of your return, where you live, and who you have prepare it.  Tax prep services like H&R Block usually have a set fee based on the forms they fill out for you.  A CPA will charge you an hourly rate plus expenses (which are nominal).  A small CPA firm will probably charge you around $75 per hour to prepare your return, a medium sized firm will be around $125, and a large firm can be from $150 to $300 per hour.  My suggestion would be to ask fellow business people in your area if they can recommend a CPA.  No matter the cost, trust and integrity are the most important qualities of a CPA.  If they're good, someone will recommend them.  :) PrissyPanda, CPA