What are the main factors that influence a Finance Advisor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Finance Advisor?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Finance Advisor roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Finance Advisor's salary?

A Finance Advisor's salary grows with experience: a Financial Advisor I (0-2 years)earns $55,012, a Finance Advisor (2-4 years)earns $73,119, a Financial Advisor III (4-7 years)earns $88,480, a Financial Advisor IV (7+ years)earns $106,632, a Financial Advising Director (7+ years)earns $215,980,

What are the highest paying states for a Finance Advisor?

Finance Advisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Finance Advisor roles are District of Columbia $79,386, California $79,085, Massachusetts $78,031. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Finance Advisor roles make?

Salaries for Finance Advisor level roles vary by specialization: Finance Policy and Operations Senior Manager: $168,100; Finance Policy and Operations Manager: $130,400; Wealth Management Advisor IV: $107,990; Wealth Management Advisor III: $89,610; Wealth Management Advisor II: $74,100.

Finance Advisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Finance Advisor make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finance Advisor in Delaware is $72,611 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Finance Advisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,162
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,289 to $80,227
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,622

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Finance Advisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,227	$6,686	$1,543	$39
Average	$72,611	$6,051	$1,396	$35
25th Percentile	$65,289	$5,441	$1,256	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Finance Advisor Salaries

A Finance 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Finance Advisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Finance 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): $55,012
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,119
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,480
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,632
Expert (over 8 years): $215,980

Levels	Salary
Financial... Level Finance Advisor	$55,012
Finance A... Level Finance Advisor	$73,119
Financial... Level Finance Advisor	$88,480
Financial... Level Finance Advisor	$106,632
Financial... Level Finance Advisor	$215,980

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How Do Finance Advisor 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 Finance Advisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,386.
California: $79,085.
Massachusetts: $78,031.

District of Columbia $79,386 California $79,085 Massachusetts $78,031 Washington $77,745 New Jersey $77,716 Alaska $77,615 Connecticut $76,626 New York $76,224

Hawaii $74,941 Rhode Island $74,339 Maryland $73,930 Minnesota $73,371 Colorado $73,156 Illinois $73,084 Oregon $72,812 Delaware $72,611

New Hampshire $72,485 Virginia $72,202 Pennsylvania $71,378 Nevada $70,962 North Dakota $70,825 Michigan $70,610 Wisconsin $70,531 Vermont $70,374

Texas $69,936 Maine $69,908 Arizona $69,865 Ohio $69,814 Georgia $69,155 Indiana $68,825 Wyoming $68,760 Utah $68,660

Iowa $68,617 Kansas $68,273 Louisiana $68,173 North Carolina $68,137 Missouri $68,122 Florida $67,843 Montana $67,692 Nebraska $67,549

Kentucky $67,470 South Carolina $67,183 Tennessee $67,004 Idaho $66,932 New Mexico $66,409 Oklahoma $66,294 Alabama $65,871 South Dakota $65,161

Arkansas $64,774 West Virginia $64,566 Mississippi $63,942

Top Paying Cities for Finance 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:

Lincoln: $72,284
Little Creek: $72,813
Magnolia: $72,708

Lincoln, DE $72,284 Little Creek, DE $72,813 Magnolia, DE $72,708 Milford, DE $72,467 Marydel, DE $72,586 Millsboro, DE $71,981 Millville, DE $72,092 Milton, DE $72,216

Nassau, DE $72,269 Ocean View, DE $72,079 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,218 Seaford, DE $72,259 Selbyville, DE $71,960 Smyrna, DE $72,863 Viola, DE $72,528 Woodside, DE $72,723

Bear, DE $72,555 Newark, DE $72,528 Claymont, DE $72,676 Delaware City, DE $72,600 Hockessin, DE $72,521 Kirkwood, DE $72,586 Middletown, DE $72,614 Montchanin, DE $72,538

New Castle, DE $72,548 Odessa, DE $72,650 Port Penn, DE $72,699 Rockland, DE $72,545 Saint Georges, DE $72,591 Townsend, DE $72,703 Winterthur, DE $72,553 Lewes, DE $72,244

Wilmington, DE $72,525 Dover, DE $72,813 Dover Afb, DE $72,429 Bethany Beach, DE $72,003 Bethel, DE $72,078 Bridgeville, DE $72,248 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,608 Cheswold, DE $72,789

Clayton, DE $72,791 Dagsboro, DE $71,953 Delmar, DE $71,838 Ellendale, DE $72,056 Felton, DE $72,462 Fenwick Island, DE $71,969 Frankford, DE $71,844 Frederica, DE $72,533

Georgetown, DE $71,926 Greenwood, DE $72,259 Harbeson, DE $72,003 Harrington, DE $72,370 Hartly, DE $72,595 Houston, DE $72,267 Kenton, DE $72,795 Laurel, DE $71,883

Yorklyn, DE $72,543

Finance Advisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Finance Advisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Finance Advisor positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Finance Advisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Finance Advisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$94,394	$45.0	30%
Business Services	$79,872	$38.0	10%

Finance Advisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Finance 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

$65,289

Average $72,611/year

$80,227

$5,441

Average $6,051/month

$6,686

$1,256

Average $1,396/week

$1,543

$31

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,227	$6,686	$1,543	$39
Average	$72,611	$6,051	$1,396	$35
25th Percentile	$65,289	$5,441	$1,256	$31

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