How much does a personal financial advisor make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for personal financial advisors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $51.07 an hour or $8,853 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.07
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 75 of 320
- Jobs in the area
- 4,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,790 | $28.26 | |
| 25th | $75,540 | $36.32 | |
| Median | $106,200 | $51.07 | |
| 75th | $206,200 | $99.13 | |
| 90th | $389,400 | $187.23 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for personal financial advisors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Financial Specialist | $120,600 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
| Buyer and Purchasing Agent | $104,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a personal financial advisor make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $51.07 ($106,200 a year).
Do personal financial advisors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $106,200 against $105,100 nationally, 1% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $105,000, so Washington pays 1% more.
Where does Washington rank for personal financial advisor pay?
75 of 320 metro areas with data.
How much does a personal financial advisor make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $389,400 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.