Best Tax Preparation Services in Iowa City, IA

24 companies listed · 8 in Iowa City · 4 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Corridor Taxes

Corridor Taxes

(16)
  • Pricing
  • Payroll
  • Knowledge
“Jon was very knowledgeable and thorough when reviewing our initial documents and provided high quality tax returns, along with helpful tips to prepare for next year.”
In Business Since 2021
507 Koser Ave, Iowa City, IA
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All Right Accounting

All Right Accounting

(10)
  • Questions
  • Company
“This was our first year that we did our accounting through her and tax returns and she kept us inform about the process as I had many questions she was looking for ways to help us with tips for our small business and answered all of our questions.”
In Business Since 2015
459 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, IA
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Kenneth J. Haldeman, CPA

Kenneth J. Haldeman, CPA

(6)
“When it comes to complex tax situations, you would be hard pressed to find another CPA in the area as knowledgeable as Ken is.”
In Business Since 2005
519 Highland Ave, Iowa City, IA
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Taxes Plus

Taxes Plus

(5)
“I have investments, multiple streams of income, and I'm in school, and Joan was able to help me get deductions I never would've been able to do on my own.”
In Business Since 2008
509 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City, IA
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Terry Lockridge & Dunn

Terry Lockridge & Dunn

In Business Since 1982
2225 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City, IA
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Tax Wright and Bookkeeping Services

Tax Wright and Bookkeeping Services

1053 Cross Park Ave, Iowa City, IA
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The 24 companies listed for Iowa City, IA prepare and file tax returns for individuals and small businesses. What each says about its services and credentials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Iowa City, IA

Of the 24 companies we list here, 8 are in Iowa City itself and 16 come from towns including Cedar Rapids (7, 23 mi), Coralville (2, 4 mi) and North Liberty (2, 7 mi). 21 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 343 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are tax services (4), business services (3), accounting services (2), payroll (2) and payroll services (2). 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. 3 offer payment plans; 3 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 22 of the companies on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the companies on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the company before you book a consultation.

Do any tax preparers listed for Iowa City offer a free first consultation?

3 of the 24 companies on this page state that a first consultation is free. In practice it buys a conversation about your situation and a quote for the return, not advice you can act on. Bring last year's return so the quote means something.

Koller & Plus

Koller & Plus

Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2007
Offers Financing Options
Washington, IA · 26 mi from Iowa City
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James B. Buxton, Cpa

James B. Buxton, Cpa

Locally Owned & Operated
In Business Since 1979
1811 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, IA
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Kabel Business Services

Kabel Business Services

In Business Since 2020
443 IA-1, Iowa City, IA
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A Plus Accounting and Tax

A Plus Accounting and Tax

(23)
  • Team
  • Questions
  • Accountants
“They provided me with guidance for what was needed on my part, talked me through potential issues with my situation, and their prices were very reasonable.”
In Business Since 2003
North Liberty, IA · 7 mi from Iowa City
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Carrie Houchins-Witt Tax and Financial Services

Carrie Houchins-Witt Tax and Financial Services

(10)
“Despite us filing untimely and messy, they made it ezpz and took the stress out of everything (except paying what we owe LOL) so that we could focus more on helping customers.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2019
Coralville, IA · 4 mi from Iowa City
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Bmp, CPA

Bmp, CPA

(5)
“Bmp CPA gets the most for our tax returns so we don't have to pay taxes.”
In Business Since 2010
North Liberty, IA · 7 mi from Iowa City
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Kuhl, Phillips, & Jans

Kuhl, Phillips, & Jans

(5)
“They have always explained the tax law to me in a way that I can understand.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2004
Coralville, IA · 4 mi from Iowa City
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Bj's Bookkeeping Tax Return Preparation

Bj's Bookkeeping Tax Return Preparation

(2)
“Always does a great job”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2013
Lone Tree, IA · 13 mi from Iowa City
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Country View Tax Services

Country View Tax Services

(3)
“Ben going here for years for my taxes, wouldn't go any other place!”
Locally Owned & Operated
In Business Since 2010
Hiawatha, IA · 15 mi from Iowa City
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John Freeman CPA

John Freeman CPA

(49)
  • Team
  • Real Estate
  • Season
“John was able to save us over $14,000 one year in taxes from a deduction missed by our CPA firm at the time due to his knowledge of real estate investing.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1990
Free Initial Consultation
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Selk Dawson Financial Services

Selk Dawson Financial Services

(8)
  • Tax
“Not only that, everyone is more than willing to give expert advice and answers to any questions you may have.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1973
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Koppenhaver & Associates

Koppenhaver & Associates

(1)
“She sorted out our Quick Books issue at a blazing speed, and shared wonderful advice which will help the future of our company.”
BBB Accredited
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1983
Offers Financing Options
Mt Vernon, IA · 19 mi from Iowa City
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Basepoint Tax & Accounting

Basepoint Tax & Accounting

(2)
“Great service and very professional.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1997
Free Initial Consultation
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Selk Dawson Tax Services

Selk Dawson Tax Services

BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1973
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Pearson & Virlee

Pearson & Virlee

(4)
“They are excellent with Quickbooks and very helpful, Tracy took the time to sit down with me and answer any questions I had with it, and she did not rush through it, she made sure I understood everything.”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Mt Vernon, IA · 19 mi from Iowa City
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Drury Accounting

Drury Accounting

(4)
“We have worked with Doug and his team for several years now.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2004
Offers Financing Options
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Freedom Tax Service

Freedom Tax Service

(12)
“Thank you so much for helping me and my family get our tax returns as we have been struggling to finish them and get them completed the correct way thanks for helping us out with the assistance in understanding our hardships for urgency to help our f...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2013
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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Karal Michael w CPA

Karal Michael w CPA

(2)
“I get my taxes done here every year for the last 12 years.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1951
Cedar Rapids, IA · 23 mi from Iowa City
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