Business & Finance Meridian, ID Pop. 117,635

Financial Advisor Salary in Meridian, Idaho

The median financial advisor salary in Meridian, ID is $93,482 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.3% above the Idaho state average.

City Median
$93,482
vs State Avg
+$3,815
vs National
$-1,908
Cost of Living
98%

Financial Advisor Salary in Meridian by Experience

In Meridian, an entry-level financial advisor earns around $47,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $176,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,040
$-960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$93,100
$-1,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$176,400
$-3,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Meridian, ID

Percentile Meridian
10th Percentile $43,512
25th Percentile $61,152
Median (50th) $93,482
75th Percentile $146,020
90th Percentile $234,220

Financial Advisor Salary in Other Idaho Cities

Boise, ID
$95,390
Pop. 235,684
Nampa, ID
$85,851
Pop. 100,200
Idaho Falls, ID
$83,943
Pop. 64,609
Pocatello, ID
$82,035
Pop. 56,548

How to Become a Financial Advisor in Meridian

Education

Most financial advisor positions require a bachelor's degree. Meridian and the surrounding Idaho area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Investment PlanningPortfolio ManagementTax PlanningClient RelationsFinancial AnalysisCFA/CFP

Job Outlook

Nationally, financial advisor employment is projected to grow 13% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Meridian may vary based on local industry and population growth.