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Financial Advisor Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median financial advisor salary in Aurora, IL is $96,344 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$96,344
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$954
Cost of Living
95%

Financial Advisor Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level financial advisor earns around $48,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $181,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,480
+$480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,950
+$950 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$181,800
+$1,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $44,844
25th Percentile $63,024
Median (50th) $96,344
75th Percentile $150,490
90th Percentile $241,390

Financial Advisor Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$108,745
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$107,791
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$86,805
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$83,943
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Financial Advisor in Aurora

Education

Most financial advisor positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.