Risk Management Advisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Risk Management Advisor make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Risk Management Advisor in the United States is $124,497 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,836
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,829 to $134,620
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,937
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View as table View as graph 25% $115,829 10% $107,937 90% $143,836 75% $134,620 $124,497 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Risk Management Advisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $134,620 $11,218 $2,589 $65
Average $124,497 $10,375 $2,394 $60
25th Percentile $115,829 $9,652 $2,227 $56
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Key Factors That Influence Risk Management Advisor Salaries

A Risk Management 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 Risk Management Advisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Risk Management 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): $81,100
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $98,683
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,099
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $159,043
  • Expert (over 8 years): $112,498
Levels Salary
Risk Anal... Level Risk Management Advisor$81,100
Risk Anal... Level Risk Management Advisor$98,683
Risk Mana... Level Risk Management Advisor$125,099
Risk Anal... Level Risk Management Advisor$159,043
Risk Mana... Level Risk Management Advisor$112,498
$81,100 0 yr
$98,683 < 2 yrs
$125,099 2-4 yrs
$159,043 5-8 yrs
$112,498 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Risk Management 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: $157,028
  • San Francisco: $155,309
  • Oakland: $152,036

What Skills Can Increase a Risk Management Advisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Risk Management (Mentioned in 21.52% Job Postings): Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on objectives) followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities. Risks can come from various sources including uncertainty in financial markets, threats from project failures (at any phase in design, development, production, or sustainment life-cycles), legal liabilities, credit risk, accidents, natural causes and disasters, deliberate attack from an adversary, or events of uncertain or unpredictable root-cause. There are two types of events i.e. negative events can be classified as risks while positive events are classified as opportunities. Several risk management standards have been developed including the Project Management Institute, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, actuarial societies, and ISO standards. Methods, definitions and goals vary widely according to whether the risk management method is in the context of project management, security, engineering, industrial processes, financial portfolios, actuarial assessments, or public health and safety.
  • Trading (Mentioned in 1.68% Job Postings): Trading is the act or process of buying, selling, or exchanging commodities, at either wholesale or retail, within a country or between countries.
  • Internal Control (Mentioned in 1.04% Job Postings): Internal control, as defined by accounting and auditing, is a process for assuring of an organization's objectives in operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with laws, regulations and policies.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Risk Management 21.52%
Trading 1.68%
Internal Control 1.04%
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 Risk Management Advisor's salary.
  • Reinsurance: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Tableau: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Trading: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Reinsurance
$138,192
11%
Tableau
$135,702
9%
Trading
$133,212
7%
Credit Risk
$131,967
6%
Computer Science
$131,967
6%
Regulatory Compliance
$130,722
5%
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Risk Management Advisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Risk Management Advisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 76% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Transportation and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 38% above the average. In contrast, Risk Management Advisor positions in Aerospace & Defense or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Risk Management Advisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Risk Management Advisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Transportation$171,806$83.038%
Telecom$166,826$80.034%
Software & Networking$161,846$78.030%
Retail & Wholesale$156,866$75.026%
Pharmaceuticals$151,886$73.022%

How Education impacts a Risk Management Advisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Risk Management 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 a Risk Management Advisor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $123,173 and $129,878).

Risk Management Advisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Risk Management Advisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 1.4%
Associates 3.5%
Bachelors 32.6%
Masters 52.5%
Doctorate 8.5%
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Risk Management Advisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Risk Management 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 September 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Risk Management Advisor

Salaries for a Risk Management Advisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $120,295 in 2023 to around $119,507 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Risk Management Advisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Risk Management Advisor Over Time

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2023
$120,295
2024
$120,215
2025
$119,507
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2024 $120,215
2025 $119,507
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FAQ about Risk Management Advisor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Risk Management Advisor?

The Transportation industry offers the highest average compensation for Risk Management Advisor roles, with salaries approximately 38% above the market median.

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