Financial planner salary in United States

The average salary for a Financial Planner is $93,480 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 1.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 31, 2026.

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Financial Planner salaries typically range between a low of $54,255 and a high of $161,063 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Financial Planner include Los Angeles, CA at $119,592 per year, New York, NY at $114,402 per year, and Seattle, WA at $106,808 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Financial Planner include Actalent ($400,000 per year) and JD Mellberg Financial ($244,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Financial Planner salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Financial Planner: Average $57,776 per year
• Senior Financial Planner: Average $109,990 per year