Personal Financial Advisors Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,100 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $46.20
10th percentile $67,380
90th percentile —
Employed locally 30
National median $102,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,380
    25th
    $80,200
    50th (median)
    $96,100
    75th
    $162,490

    Top-paying metros for Personal Financial Advisors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area $169,520
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $168,350
    New York $167,970
    Boise City, ID $167,940
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $157,510
    Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC $155,950

    Related occupations in Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $86,490
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $82,000
    Human Resources Specialists $77,140
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $78,170
    Fundraisers $66,690
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $76,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Personal Financial Advisors make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Personal Financial Advisors in Massachusetts is $46.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $178.20 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Personal Financial Advisors salaries?

    The median Personal Financial Advisors salary in Massachusetts is 5.9% below the national median of $102,140. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Personal Financial Advisors in Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Personal Financial Advisors (10th percentile) earn around $67,380 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,200.