What are the main factors that influence a Financial Planner'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 Financial Planner?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Planner roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Financial Planner's salary?

A Financial Planner's salary grows with experience: a Financial Associate (Corporate) I (0-2 years)earns $77,004, a Financial Planner (2-7 years)earns $142,045, a Financial Associate (Corporate) III (7+ years)earns $167,340,

What are the highest paying states for a Financial Planner?

Financial Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Financial Planner roles are District of Columbia $152,597, California $152,018, Massachusetts $149,992. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Financial Planner roles make?

Salaries for Financial Planner level roles vary by specialization: Associate Financial Planner: $97,982; Senior Financial Planner: $81,102; Merchandise Financial Planner: $80,224; Financial Planner And Analyst: $79,842; Personal Financial Planner: $76,178.

Financial Planner Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Financial Planner make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Planner in Rhode Island is $142,894 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,934
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,576 to $154,430
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,002

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Financial Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,430	$12,869	$2,970	$74
Average	$142,894	$11,908	$2,748	$69
25th Percentile	$134,576	$11,215	$2,588	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Financial Planner Salaries

A Financial Planner'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 Do Financial Planner 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 Financial Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $152,597.
California: $152,018.
Massachusetts: $149,992.

District of Columbia $152,597 California $152,018 Massachusetts $149,992 Washington $149,440 New Jersey $149,385 Alaska $149,192 Connecticut $147,290 New York $146,519

Hawaii $144,052 Rhode Island $142,894 Maryland $142,108 Minnesota $141,033 Colorado $140,620 Illinois $140,482 Oregon $139,958 Delaware $139,572

New Hampshire $139,330 Virginia $138,787 Pennsylvania $137,202 Nevada $136,402 North Dakota $136,141 Michigan $135,727 Wisconsin $135,576 Vermont $135,272

Texas $134,432 Maine $134,376 Arizona $134,294 Ohio $134,197 Georgia $132,929 Indiana $132,295 Wyoming $132,171 Utah $131,978

Iowa $131,896 Kansas $131,234 Louisiana $131,041 North Carolina $130,972 Missouri $130,945 Florida $130,407 Montana $130,118 Nebraska $129,842

Kentucky $129,691 South Carolina $129,139 Tennessee $128,795 Idaho $128,657 New Mexico $127,651 Oklahoma $127,430 Alabama $126,617 South Dakota $125,253

Arkansas $124,508 West Virginia $124,109 Mississippi $122,910

Top Paying Cities for Financial Planners

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:

Adamsville: $144,680
Albion: $143,458
Ashaway: $144,406

Adamsville, RI $144,680 Albion, RI $143,458 Ashaway, RI $144,406 Barrington, RI $143,080 Block Island, RI $143,877 Bradford, RI $144,319 Bristol, RI $143,631 Carolina, RI $144,080

Charlestown, RI $144,133 Chepachet, RI $143,846 Clayville, RI $143,445 Coventry, RI $143,452 West Greenwich, RI $143,848 East Greenwich, RI $143,356 Exeter, RI $143,808 Fiskeville, RI $143,077

Forestdale, RI $144,180 Foster, RI $143,770 Glendale, RI $144,191 Greene, RI $143,959 Greenville, RI $143,132 Harmony, RI $143,317 Harrisville, RI $144,129 Hope, RI $143,167

Hope Valley, RI $144,279 Hopkinton, RI $144,469 Jamestown, RI $143,987 Kenyon, RI $144,063 Little Compton, RI $144,658 Manville, RI $143,646 Mapleville, RI $143,874 Newport, RI $144,131

Middletown, RI $144,195 North Kingstown, RI $143,602 North Scituate, RI $143,318 Oakland, RI $144,030 Pascoag, RI $144,224 Pawtucket, RI $142,866 Central Falls, RI $142,930 Cumberland, RI $143,741

Lincoln, RI $143,073 Portsmouth, RI $144,116 Prudence Island, RI $143,820 Rockville, RI $144,447 Saunderstown, RI $143,900 Shannock, RI $144,071 Slatersville, RI $144,181 Slocum, RI $143,896

Tiverton, RI $144,555 Wakefield, RI $144,023 Kingston, RI $143,967 Narragansett, RI $144,063 Peace Dale, RI $144,005 Warren, RI $143,449 Warwick, RI $143,050 Westerly, RI $144,440

West Kingston, RI $144,013 West Warwick, RI $143,225 Wood River Junction, RI $144,218 Woonsocket, RI $144,188 North Smithfield, RI $143,860 Wyoming, RI $144,071 Providence, RI $142,825 Cranston, RI $142,844

North Providence, RI $142,861 East Providence, RI $142,835 Riverside, RI $142,880 Rumford, RI $142,859 Smithfield, RI $143,149 Johnston, RI $142,909

Financial Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Planner roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Financial Planner positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Financial Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Financial Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$157,183	$76.0	10%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$150,039	$72.0	5%

Financial Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Financial Planner'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 July 01, 2026

$134,576

Average $142,894/year

$154,430

$11,215

Average $11,908/month

$12,869

$2,588

Average $2,748/week

$2,970

$65

Average $69/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,430	$12,869	$2,970	$74
Average	$142,894	$11,908	$2,748	$69
25th Percentile	$134,576	$11,215	$2,588	$65

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