Independent · not affiliated with the IRS · source: IRS PTIN holders extract (FOIA) 858,780 credentialed preparers indexed

Tax preparer credentials, explained

The IRS PTIN holders extract records these credential categories. Each links to a by-state breakdown; the full name-level listings live on the state and city pages.

CPA

Certified Public Accountant

208,445 listed nationwide

EA

Enrolled Agent

71,194 listed nationwide

SRTP

SRTP

32,411 listed nationwide

ATTY

Attorney

26,180 listed nationwide

CAA

Certifying Acceptance Agent

4,949 listed nationwide

ERPA

Enrolled Retirement Plan Agent

523 listed nationwide

EAC

EAC

296 listed nationwide