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Financial Advisor Salary in Columbus, Ohio

The median financial advisor salary in Columbus, OH is $90,621 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 5.6% above the Ohio state average.

City Median
$90,621
vs State Avg
+$4,770
vs National
$-4,769
Cost of Living
95%

Financial Advisor Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level financial advisor earns around $45,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $171,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$45,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$90,250
$-4,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$171,000
$-9,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbus, OH

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $42,180
25th Percentile $59,280
Median (50th) $90,621
75th Percentile $141,550
90th Percentile $227,050

Financial Advisor Salary in Other Ohio Cities

Cincinnati, OH
$85,851
Pop. 309,317
Cleveland, OH
$82,035
Pop. 372,624
Akron, OH
$80,128
Pop. 190,469
Toledo, OH
$78,220
Pop. 270,871

How to Become a Financial Advisor in Columbus

Education

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