Financial Services Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Financial Services Associate make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Services Associate in the United States is $74,950 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Financial Services Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,399
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,374 to $79,896
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,476
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Financial Services Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $79,896 $6,658 $1,536 $38
Average $74,950 $6,246 $1,441 $36
25th Percentile $67,374 $5,614 $1,296 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Financial Services Associate Salaries

A Financial Services Associate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Financial Services Associates

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $94,535
  • San Francisco: $93,500
  • Oakland: $91,529

What Skills Can Increase a Financial Services Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 7.75% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Cross-Selling (Mentioned in 1.68% Job Postings): Cross-selling is the action or practice of selling an additional product or service to an existing customer. In practice, businesses define cross-selling in many different ways. Elements that might influence the definition might include the size of the business, the industry sector it operates within and the financial motivations of those required to define the term. The objective of cross-selling can be either to increase the income derived from the client or to protect the relationship with the client or clients. The approach to the process of cross-selling can be varied. Unlike the acquiring of new business, cross-selling involves an element of risk that existing relationships with the client could be disrupted. For that reason, it is important to ensure that the additional product or service being sold to the client or clients enhances the value the client or clients get from the organization.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 1.09% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 7.75%
Cross-Selling 1.68%
Economics 1.09%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Financial Services Associate's salary.
  • Tax Preparation: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Financial Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Financial Reporting: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Tax Preparation
$88,441
18%
Financial Analysis
$86,193
15%
Financial Reporting
$85,443
14%
Finance and Accounting
$84,694
13%
Coaching
$84,694
13%
Accounts Payable
$83,944
12%
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Financial Services Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Services Associate roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Financial Services Associate positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Financial Services Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Financial Services Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$82,445$40.010%
Financial Services$78,698$38.05%

How Education impacts a Financial Services Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Financial Services Associates enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Financial Services Associate with a Bachelor's Degree is between $73,415 and $76,098).

Financial Services Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Financial Services Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 1.7%
Associates 2.6%
Bachelors 57.7%
Masters 34.9%
Doctorate 2.6%
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Financial Services Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Financial Services Associate's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Financial Services Associate

Salaries for a Financial Services Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $80,053 in 2023 to around $77,315 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Financial Services Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Financial Services Associate Over Time

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$80,053
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$78,259
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2024 $78,259
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Financial Services Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Financial Services Associate?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Services Associate roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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