Financial Advisor Salary in Ohio: $86,012 (2026)

Quick Answer:Across Ohio's 67 metropolitan areas, the average median financial advisor pay sits at $86,012/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 13-2052. Because Ohio sits at BEA RPP 90.7 (9% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $94,831 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Canton ($97,700), Akron ($96,550), Beavercreek ($96,420).

Financial Advisor Salary in Ohio - 2025 BLS Data Infographic — Ohio financial advisor salary overview (2026)

$86,012

Avg Median Salary

$41.35

Avg Hourly Rate

7,908

Metro Employed

Cities

The projected average median salary for financial advisors in Ohio in 2026 is $86,012, which is significantly lower than the national median of $108,537, reflecting a difference of 20.8%. There is a notable salary disparity within the state, where Canton offers the highest average at $100,924, while Solon has the lowest at $78,695, creating a gap of $22,229. This difference can be attributed to various factors, including the cost of living, the concentration of affluent clients, and the presence of large financial institutions in certain areas. Ohio's licensing requirements for financial advisors include passing the Series 7 and Series 66 exams, alongside state-specific regulations that can impact the scope of practice. The demand for financial advisors is driven by factors such as an aging population and increasing financial literacy, resulting in a projected annual growth rate of 3.30% in employment opportunities. Currently, there are 7,908 financial advisors across the state, with cities like Akron ($99,736), Beavercreek ($99,602), Massillon ($99,555), and Dayton ($99,447) presenting competitive salaries. Understanding these dynamics can help aspiring financial advisors make informed decisions about their career paths in Ohio.

Ohio Financial Advisor Salary Range

Entry Level (10th %ile)

$49,352

avg across 67 cities

Median

$86,012

state average

Top Earners (90th %ile)

$251,598

avg across 67 cities

Overall salary range in Ohio: $44,987 (lowest entry-level) to $318,102 (highest top earner)

Ohio vs National Average

Ohio

$86,012

National Median

$108,537

Ohio financial advisors earn 20.75% less than the national median ($-22,525/year difference).

Ohio Financial Advisor Salary Distribution (2026)

Financial Advisor salaries in Ohio range from $49,352 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $251,598 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $86,012. The Ohio median is $22,525 below the US national median of $108,537. The average hourly rate is $41.35/hr. Approximately 7,908 financial advisors are employed across 67 cities.

2019 BLS Actual

$74,386

2025 BLS Actual

$83,264

2026 Current Est.

$86,012

2019–2027 Growth

+19.4%

Salary Trajectory for Financial Advisors in Ohio (2019–2027)

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

BLS Actual Estimated Projected

Year	Annual Salary	Status
2019	$74,386	Actual
2020	$81,159	Actual
2021	$93,211	Actual
2022	$84,509	Actual
2023	$89,687	Actual
2024	$89,645	Actual
2025	$83,264	Actual
2026(current)	$86,012	Estimated
2027	$88,850	Projected

Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Ohio metropolitan area, the median financial advisor salary grew 11.9% from $74,386 (2019) to $83,264 (2025). At a 3.30% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $88,850 by 2027 — a total increase of $14,464 (19.44%) from 2019.

Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Ohio metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 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 Ohio

Canton

100 employed · $48.52/hr

$100,924

+17.34% vs avg

Akron

390 employed · $47.95/hr

$99,736

+15.96% vs avg

Beavercreek

8 employed · $47.89/hr

$99,602

+15.80% vs avg

Massillon

7 employed · $47.86/hr

$99,555

+15.75% vs avg

Dayton

400 employed · $47.82/hr

$99,447

+15.62% vs avg

Lowest Paying Cities in Ohio

City	Median Salary	vs State Avg	Hourly
Solon	$78,695	-8.51%	$37.84
Centerville	$78,707	-8.49%	$37.84
Avon Lake	$78,881	-8.29%	$37.92
Wadsworth	$78,939	-8.22%	$37.95
Tiffin	$79,004	-8.15%	$37.98

Best Value Cities for Financial Advisors in Ohio

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

City	Nominal Salary	CoL Index	Adjusted Salary
Youngstown	$99,158	87.394	$113,461
Canton	$100,924	89.406	$112,883
Beavercreek	$99,602	90.7	$109,815
Massillon	$99,555	90.7	$109,763
Warren	$99,399	90.7	$109,591

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

Salary by Experience Level in Ohio

Experience Level	Estimated Annual	Est. Hourly	Description
Entry Level (0-2 years)	$49,352	$23.73	10th percentile, new graduates
Mid Career (3-7 years)	$86,012	$41.35	50th percentile, median salary
Experienced (7+ years)	$251,598	$120.96	90th percentile, top earners

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

All 67 Cities in Ohio

#	City	Median Salary	Hourly	Entry (P10)	Top (P90)	Employed
1	Canton	$100,924	$48.52	$53,571	$276,586	100
2	Akron	$99,736	$47.95	$54,625	$256,979	390
3	Beavercreek	$99,602	$47.89	$57,769	$154,383	8
4	Massillon	$99,555	$47.86	$57,742	$154,311	7
5	Dayton	$99,447	$47.82	$56,443	$194,442	400
6	Warren	$99,399	$47.79	$57,652	$154,069	9
7	Youngstown	$99,158	$47.67	$55,142	$266,297	220
8	Kettering	$98,106	$47.17	$56,902	$152,065	10
9	Lorain	$86,549	$41.61	$50,199	$134,151	12
10	Springfield	$86,387	$41.54	$50,105	$133,900	8
11	Parma	$86,312	$41.50	$50,061	$133,784	12
12	Cuyahoga Falls	$85,959	$41.33	$49,857	$133,236	11
13	Hamilton	$85,660	$41.19	$49,683	$132,774	11
14	Toledo	$85,625	$41.17	$51,288	$228,128	250
15	Lakewood	$85,193	$40.96	$49,411	$132,048	11
16	Sandusky	$85,093	$40.91	$49,355	$131,894	5
17	Bowling Green	$85,080	$40.91	$49,346	$131,874	7
18	Lancaster	$85,053	$40.89	$49,331	$131,832	7
19	Zanesville	$85,047	$40.89	$49,327	$131,823	5
20	Westlake	$84,900	$40.81	$49,242	$131,595	5
21	Middletown	$84,867	$40.80	$49,222	$131,544	9
22	Grove City	$84,621	$40.68	$49,080	$131,163	7
23	Delaware	$84,555	$40.65	$49,042	$131,061	7
24	Gahanna	$84,542	$40.65	$49,034	$131,040	9
25	Westerville	$84,488	$40.62	$49,003	$130,957	8
26	Columbus	$84,293	$40.52	$49,439	$222,353	1,900
27	Huber Heights	$84,289	$40.52	$48,888	$130,648	11
28	Lima	$84,230	$40.49	$48,854	$130,556	8
29	North Ridgeville	$84,223	$40.49	$48,850	$130,545	8
30	North Royalton	$84,103	$40.43	$48,779	$130,359	7
31	Cleveland	$83,807	$40.30	$49,253	$231,144	1,640
32	North Olmsted	$83,804	$40.29	$48,607	$129,897	8
33	Reynoldsburg	$83,658	$40.23	$48,521	$129,669	8
34	Strongsville	$83,379	$40.09	$48,360	$129,237	8
35	Cincinnati	$83,198	$40.00	$46,712	$318,102	2,510
36	Brunswick	$82,861	$39.83	$48,059	$128,435	6
37	Wooster	$82,861	$39.83	$48,059	$128,435	6
38	Elyria	$82,731	$39.77	$47,984	$128,232	14
39	Shaker Heights	$82,564	$39.70	$47,887	$127,973	7
40	Medina	$82,509	$39.67	$47,855	$127,888	6
41	Dublin	$82,242	$39.54	$47,701	$127,475	9
42	Fairfield	$82,236	$39.53	$47,697	$127,466	9
43	Mentor	$82,149	$39.49	$47,647	$127,332	9
44	Mason	$81,791	$39.33	$47,438	$126,776	7
45	Avon	$81,689	$39.27	$47,380	$126,617	6
46	Marion	$81,565	$39.21	$47,307	$126,425	7
47	Stow	$81,558	$39.21	$47,304	$126,415	9
48	Newark	$81,512	$39.19	$47,277	$126,343	10
49	Findlay	$81,425	$39.15	$47,227	$126,209	8
50	Green	$81,299	$39.09	$47,153	$126,014	4
51	Barberton	$81,299	$39.09	$47,153	$126,014	6
52	Austintown	$81,266	$39.07	$47,135	$125,963	7
53	Cleveland Heights	$81,253	$39.07	$47,126	$125,941	9
54	Upper Arlington	$81,146	$39.02	$47,065	$125,777	9
55	Xenia	$81,146	$39.02	$47,065	$125,777	7
56	Hilliard	$81,047	$38.96	$47,008	$125,623	9
57	Mansfield	$80,946	$38.91	$44,987	$198,377	50
58	Oxford	$80,794	$38.84	$46,861	$125,231	6
59	Chillicothe	$80,619	$38.76	$46,760	$124,960	6
60	Perrysburg	$80,324	$38.61	$46,588	$124,502	6
61	Trotwood	$80,298	$38.60	$46,573	$124,462	6
62	Athens	$79,448	$38.20	$46,080	$123,145	5
63	Tiffin	$79,004	$37.98	$45,822	$122,456	6
64	Wadsworth	$78,939	$37.95	$45,785	$122,355	6
65	Avon Lake	$78,881	$37.92	$45,751	$122,266	5
66	Centerville	$78,707	$37.84	$45,650	$121,996	6
67	Solon	$78,695	$37.84	$45,643	$121,978	6

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do financial advisors make in Ohio in 2026?

The average median financial advisor salary in Ohio is $86,012/year across 67 metro areas, based on estimated 2026 (projected from 2025 BLS data). Salaries range from $78,695 in Solon to $100,924 in Canton. This makes Ohio 20.75% below the national median of $108,537. The state employs approximately 7,908 financial advisors.

What is the highest paying city for financial advisors in Ohio?

Canton offers the highest financial advisor salary in Ohio at $100,924/year ($48.52/hr), based on estimated 2026 (projected from 2025 BLS data). The top 3 highest-paying cities are Canton ($100,924), Akron ($99,736), Beavercreek ($99,602). 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 Ohio financial advisor pay compare to the national average?

Ohio's average financial advisor salary of $86,012 is 20.75% below the national median of $108,537 in 2026. The state employs approximately 7,908 financial advisors across 67 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 Ohio?

Entry-level financial advisors (10th percentile) in Ohio earn approximately $49,352/year on average, based on estimated 2026 (projected from 2025 BLS data). Starting salaries range from $44,987 in lower-paying areas to $57,769 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 Ohio?

Ohio employs approximately 7,908 financial advisors across 67 metropolitan areas, based on the latest BLS data. This makes Ohio one of the larger employers of financial advisors nationally. Demand continues to grow as the financial planning field expands and the population ages.

Which Ohio city offers the best value for financial advisors?

When adjusted for cost of living, Youngstown offers the highest purchasing power for financial advisors in Ohio, with an adjusted salary of $113,461 (nominal: $99,158, CoL index: 87.394). This means your dollar goes 14% further compared to the national average, making it an attractive option for maximizing real income.

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 Ohio. State averages are employment-weighted across 67 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 (2019–2025). 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

Last verified: June 10, 2026

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