Financial Advisor Pay

Financial Advisor Salary in New Hampshire: $89,151 (2026)

Quick Answer:Across New Hampshire's 16 metropolitan areas, the average median financial advisor pay sits at $89,151/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 13-2052. Because New Hampshire sits at BEA RPP 107.3 (7% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $83,086 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Salem ($110,018), Merrimack ($109,878), Dover ($109,012).

Financial Advisor Salary in New Hampshire - 2025 BLS Data Infographic
New Hampshire financial advisor salary overview (2026)
$89,151
Avg Median Salary
$42.86
Avg Hourly Rate
1,055
Metro Employed
16
Cities

In 2026, financial advisors in New Hampshire are projected to earn an average median salary of $89,151. This figure is significantly below the national median of $108,537, reflecting a salary gap of 17.9%. The highest paying city in the state is Salem, with a projected salary of $113,649, while Manchester offers the lowest at $87,175. The disparity in earnings can be attributed to several factors, including market demand, cost of living, and the concentration of high-net-worth clients in certain areas. New Hampshire's financial advisors must navigate specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws, which can influence their ability to attract clients and grow their income. The projected job market strength for this profession shows a steady growth rate of 3.30% annually, indicating sustained demand for financial services. Other notable cities for financial advisor salaries include Merrimack at $113,504, Dover at $112,609, Londonderry at $112,113, and Rochester at $112,103. These salaries are reflective of local economic conditions and population demographics that drive the need for financial planning and advisory services.

New Hampshire Financial Advisor Salary Range

Entry Level (10th %ile)
$59,897
avg across 16 cities
Median
$89,151
state average
Top Earners (90th %ile)
$170,170
avg across 16 cities

Overall salary range in New Hampshire: $50,919 (lowest entry-level) to $176,155 (highest top earner)

New Hampshire vs National Average

New Hampshire
$89,151
National Median
$108,537

New Hampshire financial advisors earn 17.86% less than the national median ($-19,386/year difference).

New Hampshire Financial Advisor Salary Distribution (2026)

Vertical bar chart showing New Hampshire financial advisor salary percentiles: 10th percentile $59,897, 25th $67,764, Median $89,151, 75th $135,500, 90th $170,170. US national median is $108,537.$47.6K$95.3K$142.9K$190.6K$59.9K10thEntry Level$67.8K25thEarly Career$89.2KMedianMid Career$135.5K75thExperienced$170.2K90thTop EarnerUS Median $108.5K

Financial Advisor salaries in New Hampshire range from $59,897 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $170,170 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $89,151. The New Hampshire median is $19,386 below the US national median of $108,537. The average hourly rate is $42.86/hr. Approximately 1,055 financial advisors are employed across 16 cities.

2019 BLS Actual

$81,408

2025 BLS Actual

$86,303

2026 Current Est.

$89,151

2019–2027 Growth

+13.1%

Salary Trajectory for Financial Advisors in New Hampshire (20192027)

2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.30% projection.

BLS Actual Estimated Projected
Salary trajectory chart for financial advisors in New Hampshire. Baseline $81,408 in 2025, projected to $92,093 by 2027.$77.9K$84.0K$90.1K$96.2K$102.2K2019202020212022202320242025202620272025 BLS$81.4K$86.8K$94.0K$89.5K$98.8K$85.0K$86.3K$89.2K$92.1K
YearAnnual SalaryStatus
2019$81,408Actual
2020$86,840Actual
2021$94,016Actual
2022$89,539Actual
2023$98,770Actual
2024$85,010Actual
2025$86,303Actual
2026(current)$89,151Estimated
2027$92,093Projected

Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New Hampshire metropolitan area, the median financial advisor salary grew 6.0% from $81,408 (2019) to $86,303 (2025). At a 3.30% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $92,093 by 2027 — a total increase of $10,685 (13.13%) from 2019.

Note: Historical values (20192025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New Hampshire metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 20262026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.30% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.

Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New Hampshire

#1
Salem
8 employed · $54.64/hr
$113,649
+27.48% vs avg
#2
Merrimack
5 employed · $54.57/hr
$113,504
+27.32% vs avg
#3
Dover
5 employed · $54.14/hr
$112,609
+26.31% vs avg
#4
Londonderry
6 employed · $53.90/hr
$112,113
+25.76% vs avg
#5
Rochester
7 employed · $53.89/hr
$112,103
+25.75% vs avg

Lowest Paying Cities in New Hampshire

CityMedian Salary
Manchester$87,175
Nashua$87,792
Bedford$109,687
Concord$110,974
Hudson$111,245

Best Value Cities for Financial Advisors in New Hampshire

When adjusted for local cost of living, these New Hampshire cities offer the most purchasing power for financial advisors.

CityNominal SalaryCoL IndexAdjusted Salary
Salem$113,649107.3$105,917
Merrimack$113,504107.3$105,782
Dover$112,609107.3$104,948
Londonderry$112,113107.3$104,486
Rochester$112,103107.3$104,476

Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.

Salary by Experience Level in New Hampshire

Experience LevelEstimated Annual
Entry Level (0-2 years)$59,897
Mid Career (3-7 years)$89,151
Experienced (7+ years)$170,170

Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New Hampshire metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.

All 16 Cities in New Hampshire

#CityMedian Salary
1Salem$113,649
2Merrimack$113,504
3Dover$112,609
4Londonderry$112,113
5Rochester$112,103
6Lebanon$112,000
7Derry$111,778
8Portsmouth$111,746
9Keene$111,579
10Laconia$111,553
11Hanover$111,518
12Hudson$111,245
13Concord$110,974
14Bedford$109,687
15Nashua$87,792
16Manchester$87,175

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do financial advisors make in New Hampshire in 2026?

The average median financial advisor salary in New Hampshire is $89,151/year across 16 metro areas, based on estimated 2026 (projected from 2025 BLS data). Salaries range from $87,175 in Manchester to $113,649 in Salem. This makes New Hampshire 17.86% below the national median of $108,537. The state employs approximately 1,055 financial advisors.

What is the highest paying city for financial advisors in New Hampshire?

Salem offers the highest financial advisor salary in New Hampshire at $113,649/year ($54.64/hr), based on estimated 2026 (projected from 2025 BLS data). The top 3 highest-paying cities are Salem ($113,649), Merrimack ($113,504), Dover ($112,609). Higher pay in these metros is typically driven by cost of living, demand for financial planning services, and competition among employers for licensed financial advisors.

How does New Hampshire financial advisor pay compare to the national average?

New Hampshire's average financial advisor salary of $89,151 is 17.86% below the national median of $108,537 in 2026. The state employs approximately 1,055 financial advisors across 16 metropolitan areas. When comparing salaries, consider cost-of-living differences — a lower nominal salary in an affordable area may provide better purchasing power than a higher salary in an expensive metro.

What is the entry-level financial advisor salary in New Hampshire?

Entry-level financial advisors (10th percentile) in New Hampshire earn approximately $59,897/year on average, based on estimated 2026 (projected from 2025 BLS data). Starting salaries range from $50,919 in lower-paying areas to $65,916 in the highest-paying metros. New graduates should expect salaries at the lower end and can typically reach the area median within 3–5 years of clinical experience.

How many financial advisors are employed in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire employs approximately 1,055 financial advisors across 16 metropolitan areas, based on the latest BLS data. Job availability varies by metro area, with larger cities offering more opportunities. Demand continues to grow as the financial planning field expands and the population ages.

Which New Hampshire city offers the best value for financial advisors?

When adjusted for cost of living, Salem offers the highest purchasing power for financial advisors in New Hampshire, with an adjusted salary of $105,917 (nominal: $113,649, CoL index: 107.3). This means your dollar goes 7% less far compared to the national average, making it important to negotiate higher base pay.
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Written by Jordan Lee, CFP

Career Analyst

Jordan has over 10 years of experience in financial planning. They specialize in retirement planning for individuals. They work at a financial services firm in New York City.

Clinically reviewed by Sophia Martinez, CFAData verified by Ethan Wang, ChFC

Methodology & Data Source

Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.30% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 financial advisor compensation across New Hampshire. State averages are employment-weighted across 16 metro areas — larger metro areas with more financial advisorscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.

Data Sources & Methodology

Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.

2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.30%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for financial advisors (SOC 13-2052).

Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, CFP, a licensed financial advisor with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov

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