CPA in Kansas

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for KS. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$76,400

trending_down -6.5% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Kansas.

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14,030

Jobs (KS)

monitoring Strong

+4.6%

10-yr job growth

payments

$1,250

Est. total cost

schedule

5+ years

Time to complete

route How to become a cpa in Kansas

To become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Kansas, candidates must meet the requirements set by the Kansas Board of Accountancy. This involves completing 150 semester hours of education, including a bachelor's degree with a concentration in accounting, and passing the Uniform CPA Examination. Additionally, candidates need to complete one year (2000 hours) of relevant work experience and pass the AICPA ethics exam with a score of at least 90. Kansas is a two-tier state, meaning a certificate is issued upon passing the exam, and a license (permit to practice) is granted after fulfilling the experience requirements.

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10th percentile (entry) $49,770

25th percentile $60,980

50th (median) $76,400

75th percentile $96,820

90th (experienced) $122,650

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Kansas. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Kansas requirements

Licensing body	Kansas Board of Accountancy
State license	Required
Education	Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours
Experience	2,000.0 hours
Exam	Uniform CPA Examination ($1,423)
Application fee	$93
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	80.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Minimum age of 18 years. Requires passing the AICPA professional ethics exam with a minimum score of 90. Must be a Kansas resident, employee, or have an office in the state. Social Security Number (SSN) required. Kansas is a two-tier state, issuing a certificate upon passing the exam and a license (permit to practice) after fulfilling experience requirements. A permit to practice costs $165 (if more than 1 year remains in the biennial period) or $82.50 (if less than 1 year remains).

Source: Kansas Board of Accountancy

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10-year growth

+4.6%

Faster than average

Annual openings

124,200

Nationwide per year

Total employment

1,579,800

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

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balance Is it worth it?

Rough payback period

0 months

~$1,250 investment ÷ $76,400 median salary

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Frequently asked questions

How do I become a cpa in Kansas? expand_more

To become a cpa in Kansas, you need to complete the required education (Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours), gain 2,000.0 hours of supervised experience, pass the Uniform CPA Examination, and submit your application ($93 fee).

Is a cpa license required in Kansas? expand_more

A state license is required in Kansas. Kansas Board of Accountancy handles cpa licensing — the Uniform CPA Examination is part of the process.

What do cpas earn in Kansas? expand_more

In Kansas, the median pay for cpas comes to $76,400/year. — 6% under the $81,680 national average. Entry-level (10th percentile) starts at $49,770, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $122,650.

How expensive is cpa licensing in Kansas? expand_more

Costs include exam fee ($1,423) and application fee ($93). The estimated total investment is $1,250, including education and training.

How long does it take to become a cpa in Kansas? expand_more

In Kansas, becoming a cpa generally takes 5+ years, accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

What's required to renew a cpa license in Kansas? expand_more

License renewal in Kansas requires completing 80.0 hours of continuing education on a 2.0-year cycle.