Retirement Planning Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Retirement Planning Associate make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retirement Planning Associate in the United States is $108,285 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,451
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,956 to $118,317
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,374
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Retirement Planning Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $118,317 $9,860 $2,275 $57
Average $108,285 $9,024 $2,082 $52
25th Percentile $99,956 $8,330 $1,922 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Retirement Planning Associate Salaries

A Retirement Planning 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.

How Experience Level Affects Retirement Planning Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Retirement Planning Associate'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): $82,154
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,577
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,547
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,143
  • Expert (over 8 years): $167,670
Levels Salary
Actuary I... Level Retirement Planning Associate$82,154
Actuary I... Level Retirement Planning Associate$91,577
Retiremen... Level Retirement Planning Associate$107,547
Actuary I... Level Retirement Planning Associate$143,143
Actuary V... Level Retirement Planning Associate$167,670
$82,154 0 yr
$91,577 < 2 yrs
$107,547 2-4 yrs
$143,143 5-8 yrs
$167,670 > 8 yrs
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How Do Retirement Planning Associate Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Retirement Planning Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $119,893.
  • California: $119,438.
  • Massachusetts: $117,847.

Top Paying Cities for Retirement Planning 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: $136,580
  • San Francisco: $135,084
  • Oakland: $132,238

What Skills Can Increase a Retirement Planning Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 9.3% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 2.26% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
  • Collective Bargaining (Mentioned in 1.24% Job Postings): Collective bargaining is a process of negotiation between employers and a group of employees aimed at agreements to regulate working salaries, working conditions, benefits, and other aspects of workers' compensation and rights for workers. The interests of the employees are commonly presented by representatives of a trade union to which the employees belong. The collective agreements reached by these negotiations usually set out wage scales, working hours, training, health and safety, overtime, grievance mechanisms, and rights to participate in workplace or company affairs. The union may negotiate with a single employer (who is typically representing a company's shareholders) or may negotiate with a group of businesses, depending on the country, to reach an industry-wide agreement. A collective agreement functions as a labour contract between an employer and one or more unions. Collective bargaining consists of the process of negotiation between representatives of a union and employers (generally represented by management, or, in some countries such as Austria, Sweden and the Netherlands, by an employers' organization) in respect of the terms and conditions of employment of employees, such as wages, hours of work, working conditions, grievance procedures, and about the rights and responsibilities of trade unions. The parties often refer to the result of the negotiation as a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or as a collective employment agreement (CEA).
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 9.3%
SQL 2.26%
Collective Bargaining 1.24%
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 Retirement Planning Associate's salary.
  • ISO: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Teamwork: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
ISO
$118,031
9%
Coaching
$116,948
8%
Teamwork
$113,699
5%
Project Management
$112,616
4%
Listening
$111,534
3%
Leadership
$111,534
3%
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Retirement Planning Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Retirement Planning Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Retirement Planning Associate positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Retirement Planning Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Retirement Planning Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$119,114$57.010%

How Education impacts a Retirement Planning Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Retirement Planning Associates enter the field with a Associate'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 Retirement Planning Associate with a Associate's Degree is between $109,224 and $115,513).

Retirement Planning Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Retirement Planning Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 1.4%
Associates 1.4%
Bachelors 60.3%
Masters 34.2%
Doctorate 1.4%
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Retirement Planning Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retirement Planning 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 Retirement Planning Associate

Salaries for a Retirement Planning Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $110,129 in 2023 to around $109,334 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Retirement Planning Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Retirement Planning Associate Over Time

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2023
$110,129
2024
$110,539
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$109,334
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2024 $110,539
2025 $109,334
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FAQ about Retirement Planning Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Retirement Planning Associate?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Retirement Planning Associate roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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