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Experienced CPAs & Accountants in Downey, TX
Experience matters. These cpas & accountants in Downey have years of proven work behind them — and the reviews to back it up.
As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 cpas & accountants in Downey, TX by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Bartholomew Michael CPA with a 4.0-star rating from 8 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Lynch & Co LLP and Robert Dee Jr., CPA. The average rating across all listed cpas & accountants in Downey is 4.6 stars from 41 reviews per business on average.
CPA fees in Downey: $150–$400/hr consultation; $300–$800 personal tax returns; $500–$2,500+ business returns.
Rankings updated June 1, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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4.6★
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Jun 1, 2026
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Top Rated CPAs & Accountants
Bartholomew Michael CPA
3212 13th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590, USA
Lynch & Co LLP
2807 Palmer Hwy, Texas City, TX 77590, USA
CPAs & Accountants Rankings in Downey, TX
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bartholomew Michael CPA3212 13th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590, USA | 4.0★ | 8 |
| #2 | Lynch & Co LLP2807 Palmer Hwy, Texas City, TX 77590, USA | 5.0★ | 6 |
| #3 | Robert Dee Jr., CPA101 Tiki Dr Ste 201, Tiki Island, TX 77554, USA | 5.0★ | 1 |
| #4 | Schmidt IV J B CPA7501A Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77554, USA | — | — |
| #5 | Bertoncelj Carl CPA6025 Avenue P 1/2 # 3W, Galveston, TX 77551, USA | — | — |
| #6 | Growth Accounting, Inc.6341 Stewart Rd Suite 202, Galveston, TX 77551, USA | — | — |
| #7 | Jackson Hewitt Tax Service2705-R 61st St, Galveston, TX 77551, USA | 4.9★ | 211 |
| #8 | H&R Block6211 Central City Blvd, Galveston, TX 77551, USA | 4.6★ | 124 |
| #9 | ABSOLUTE TAX & Accounting CPA Corporation424 Grand Ave, Bacliff, TX 77518, USA | 5.0★ | 3 |
| #10 | John F. Coggin, CPA PLLC6302 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77551, USA | — | — |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All CPAs & Accountants in Downey
Bertoncelj Carl CPA
6025 Avenue P 1/2 # 3W, Galveston, TX 77551, USA
Growth Accounting, Inc.
6341 Stewart Rd Suite 202, Galveston, TX 77551, USA
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
2705-R 61st St, Galveston, TX 77551, USA
ABSOLUTE TAX & Accounting CPA Corporation
424 Grand Ave, Bacliff, TX 77518, USA
John F. Coggin, CPA PLLC
6302 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77551, USA
Grant Miller, CPA, CFP, PC DBA Matijevich & Miller
4502 Avenue R, Galveston, TX 77551, USA
Edward J. Walsh & Associates, CPA
Moody Bank Building, 2302 Postoffice St # 602, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
Walsh Kevin CPA
2302 Postoffice St # 602, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP
2200 Market St #400, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
Katherine Overbeck Maxwell, CPA, PLLC
2200 Market St # 703, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
Amanda Gerstmann Collins, CPA
305 21st St #250, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
H&R Block
6555 South Shore Blvd Ste D, League City, TX 77573, USA
Neil Patel, CPA, P.C.
3725 E League City Pkwy, League City, TX 77573, USA
Tran Business Services- CPA
2360 Gulf Fwy S Ste 100A, League City, TX 77573, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — CPAs & Accountants in Downey
What is the difference between a CPA, bookkeeper, and tax preparer in Downey?
A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is licensed by the TX Board of Accountancy, can represent clients before the IRS, and carries liability coverage. A bookkeeper records day-to-day transactions but cannot sign tax returns or provide strategic tax advice. A tax preparer has no required credentials — anyone can prepare taxes. For business owners, complex returns, or IRS issues, a CPA is the right choice.
How do I verify a CPA's license in TX?
Search the TX Board of Accountancy's online license lookup (find it by Googling "TX Board of Accountancy license search"). You can also use NASBA's License Verification tool at nasba.org to search across all states. Always verify before sharing financial documents.
How much does a CPA charge in Downey?
Typical rates in Downey: $150–$400/hr for consultation; $300–$800 for a personal tax return; $500–$2,500+ for a small business return depending on complexity. Many CPAs offer flat-fee packages for straightforward situations. Get itemized quotes from at least 2–3 firms before committing.
Should I hire a local CPA or use online tax software?
Online software (TurboTax, H&R Block, FreeTaxUSA) works well for simple W-2 situations with no major life changes. A local CPA in Downey is worth the cost if you own a business, have rental income, experienced a major event (divorce, inheritance, home sale), owe the IRS money, or want year-round tax planning — not just annual filing.
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