Financial Sales Representative Salary in the United States

How much does a Financial Sales Representative make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Sales Representative in the United States is $95,842 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,814
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,460 to $104,726
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,097
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View as table View as graph 25% $84,460 10% $74,097 90% $112,814 75% $104,726 $95,842 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Financial Sales Representative Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $104,726 $8,727 $2,014 $50
Average $95,842 $7,987 $1,843 $46
25th Percentile $84,460 $7,038 $1,624 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Financial Sales Representative Salaries

A Financial Sales Representative'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 Financial Sales Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Financial Sales Representative'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): $59,332
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,448
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,633
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,484
  • Expert (over 8 years): $143,059
Levels Salary
Sales Rep... Level Financial Sales Representative$59,332
Sales Rep... Level Financial Sales Representative$75,448
Financial... Level Financial Sales Representative$96,633
Sales Rep... Level Financial Sales Representative$127,484
Sales Rep... Level Financial Sales Representative$143,059
$59,332 0 yr
$75,448 < 2 yrs
$96,633 2-4 yrs
$127,484 5-8 yrs
$143,059 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Financial Sales Representatives

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: $120,886
  • San Francisco: $119,562
  • Oakland: $117,042

What Skills Can Increase a Financial Sales Representative's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.82% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Insurance Sales (Mentioned in 2.06% Job Postings): Insurance sales involves selling various types of insurance to customers, including home, life, health and auto insurance. Primary goal is to get information about clients' needs and match them with insurance policies they offer.
  • Customer Relationship (Mentioned in 1.5% Job Postings): Customer relations is the company-wide process of nurturing positive relationships with your customers . It helps you connect with your customers on a much more personal level and create a sense of mutual understanding with them.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 14.82%
Insurance Sales 2.06%
Customer Relationship 1.5%
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 Sales Representative's salary.
  • B2B: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Insurance Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
B2B
$107,343
12%
Insurance Sales
$105,426
10%
Coaching
$102,551
7%
Business Development
$102,551
7%
Sales Development
$102,551
7%
Presentation
$101,593
6%
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Financial Sales Representative Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Sales Representative roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Financial Sales Representative positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Financial Sales Representative as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Financial Sales Representative

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$119,803$58.025%
Energy & Utilities$115,011$55.020%
Pharmaceuticals$115,011$55.020%
Healthcare$110,219$53.015%
Aerospace & Defense$105,426$51.010%

How Education impacts a Financial Sales Representative's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Financial Sales Representatives 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 Financial Sales Representative with a Associate's Degree is between $97,290 and $105,498).

Financial Sales Representative Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Financial Sales Representative
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.3%
High School 14.8%
Associates 9.6%
Bachelors 59.3%
Masters 13.1%
Doctorate 1.0%
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Financial Sales Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Financial Sales Representative'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 Sales Representative

Salaries for a Financial Sales Representative can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $90,171 in 2023 to around $90,243 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Financial Sales Representative salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Financial Sales Representative Over Time

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2023
$90,171
2024
$90,956
2025
$90,243
2026
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2023 $90,171
2024 $90,956
2025 $90,243
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    Columbus, OH

    Adam Deel - State Farm Agent | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. 401(k) matching. Bonus based on performance. Company parties. Competitive salary. Dental insurance. Free food &... more

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  • Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company

    Columbus, OH

    Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Sears | Columbus, OH

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  • Power Home Remodeling

    Columbus, OH

    Power Home Remodeling | Columbus, OH

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  • DATATALK TELECOM, INC.

    Columbus, OH

    DATATALK TELECOM, INC. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Sales Representative – DataTalk Telecom, Inc. Location. Columbus, Ohio. Industry. Telecommunications. Experience. Sales e... more

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  • J. J. Keller &amp; Associates

    Columbus, OH

    J. J. Keller &amp; Associates | Columbus, OH

    Sales Representative. Make outbound cold/warm calls to prospect and develop new B2B business. Conduct consultative discovery conversations, product overvie... more

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FAQ about Financial Sales Representative

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Financial Sales Representative?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Sales Representative roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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