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Financial Advisor Salary in Ohio

The median financial advisor salary in Ohio is $85,851 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $95,390.

Median Salary

$85,851

vs National

$-9,539

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Financial Advisor Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level financial advisor earns around $43,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $162,000 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$43,200

$-4,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$162,000

$-18,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$39,960	$44,400	$-4,440
25th Percentile	$56,160	$62,400	$-6,240
Median (50th)	$85,851	$95,390	$-9,539
75th Percentile	$134,100	$149,000	$-14,900
90th Percentile	$215,100	$239,000	$-23,900

Financial Advisor Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for financial advisors in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$90,621

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$82,035

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$85,851

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$78,220

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$80,128

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Financial Advisor in Ohio

Education

Most financial advisor positions require a bachelor's degree. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Investment PlanningPortfolio ManagementTax PlanningClient RelationsFinancial AnalysisCFA/CFP

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, financial advisor employment is projected to grow 13% over the next decade (much faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.