Business & Finance Topeka, KS Pop. 127,473

Financial Advisor Salary in Topeka, Kansas

The median financial advisor salary in Topeka, KS is $79,174 per year, which is 17% below the national median and 4.6% below the Kansas state average.

City Median
$79,174
vs State Avg
$-3,815
vs National
$-16,216
Cost of Living
83%

Financial Advisor Salary in Topeka by Experience

In Topeka, an entry-level financial advisor earns around $39,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $149,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,840
$-8,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,850
$-16,150 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$149,400
$-30,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Topeka, KS

Percentile Topeka
10th Percentile $36,852
25th Percentile $51,792
Median (50th) $79,174
75th Percentile $123,670
90th Percentile $198,370

Financial Advisor Salary in Other Kansas Cities

Overland Park, KS
$91,574
Pop. 197,238
Olathe, KS
$89,667
Pop. 141,290
Kansas City, KS
$83,943
Pop. 156,607
Wichita, KS
$81,082
Pop. 397,532

How to Become a Financial Advisor in Topeka

Education

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