Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salary in the United States

How much does an Insurance Based Financial Advisor make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Insurance Based Financial Advisor in the United States is $70,419 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, an Insurance Based Financial Advisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,072
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,556 to $77,042
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,218
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Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $77,042 $6,420 $1,482 $37
Average $70,419 $5,868 $1,354 $34
25th Percentile $64,556 $5,380 $1,241 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salaries

An Insurance Based Financial Advisor'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.

How Experience Level Affects Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Insurance Based Financial Advisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $69,039
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $81,299
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,437
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,463
  • Expert (over 8 years): $151,497
Levels Salary
Insurance... Level Insurance Based Financial Advisor$69,039
Financial... Level Insurance Based Financial Advisor$81,299
Financial... Level Insurance Based Financial Advisor$97,437
Financial... Level Insurance Based Financial Advisor$117,463
Financial... Level Insurance Based Financial Advisor$151,497
$69,039 0 yr
$81,299 < 2 yrs
$97,437 2-4 yrs
$117,463 5-8 yrs
$151,497 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Insurance Based Financial Advisors

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: $88,819
  • San Francisco: $87,847
  • Oakland: $85,995

What Skills Can Increase an Insurance Based Financial Advisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 16.59% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.61% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • CPA (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): A CPA, or Certified Public Accountant, is a trusted financial advisor who helps individuals, businesses, and other organizations plan and reach their financial goals.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 16.59%
Microsoft Office 1.61%
CPA 1.02%
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 an Insurance Based Financial Advisor's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Financial Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$73,235
4%
Financial Management
$73,235
4%
Insight
$72,531
3%
Financial Services
$72,531
3%
Collaboration
$72,531
3%
Economics
$71,827
2%
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Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Insurance Based Financial Advisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 63% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Insurance Based Financial Advisor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Insurance Based Financial Advisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Insurance Based Financial Advisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$95,065$46.035%
Software & Networking$91,544$44.030%
Pharmaceuticals$84,502$41.020%
Energy & Utilities$83,094$40.018%
Biotechnology$78,869$38.012%

How Education impacts an Insurance Based Financial Advisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Insurance Based Financial Advisors 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 an Insurance Based Financial Advisor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,535 and $67,849).

Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Insurance Based Financial Advisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 1.9%
Associates 3.1%
Bachelors 65.9%
Masters 28.2%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Insurance Based Financial Advisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Insurance Based Financial Advisor'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 Insurance Based Financial Advisor

Salaries for an Insurance Based Financial Advisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,004 in 2023 to around $63,950 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Insurance Based Financial Advisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Insurance Based Financial Advisor Over Time

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2023
$65,004
2024
$64,489
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FAQ about Insurance Based Financial Advisor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Insurance Based Financial Advisor?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Insurance Based Financial Advisor roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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