Financial Advisor Salary in Oregon: $110,552 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Oregon's 36 metropolitan areas, the average median financial advisor pay sits at $110,552/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 13-2052. Because Oregon sits at BEA RPP 102.6 (3% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $107,750 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Bend ($133,080), Hillsboro ($125,626), Portland ($122,830).
The financial advisor profession in Oregon is expected to offer a median salary of $110,553 in 2026, slightly above the national median of $108,537, marking a 1.9% difference. Bend leads the state as the highest-paying city at $137,472, while Corvallis has the lowest projected salary at $89,065, resulting in a salary gap of $48,407. This disparity can be attributed to factors such as the local cost of living, demand for financial services, and the concentration of affluent clientele in higher-paying areas. Oregon’s financial advisors must comply with state licensing requirements and practice within specific scope of practice laws that help define their roles. The demand for financial advisors is on the rise, driven by an aging population seeking retirement planning and increasing interest in investment strategies. With an annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of 3.30%, the job market for financial advisors in Oregon appears to be solid, reflecting a steady demand for professional financial guidance. The top five projected cities for salaries in 2026—Bend, Hillsboro at $129,772, Portland at $126,883, Gresham at $109,968, and Albany at $108,455—offer promising opportunities for those pursuing this career path in the state.
Oregon Financial Advisor Salary Range
Overall salary range in Oregon: $51,660 (lowest entry-level) to $515,405 (highest top earner)
Oregon vs National Average
Oregon financial advisors earn 1.86% more than the national median (+$2,015/year difference).
Oregon Financial Advisor Salary Distribution (2026)
Financial Advisor salaries in Oregon range from $59,343 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $372,818 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $110,552. The Oregon median is $2,015 above the US national median of $108,537. The average hourly rate is $53.15/hr. Approximately 761 financial advisors are employed across 36 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$82,143
2025 BLS Actual
$107,021
2026 Current Est.
$110,552
2019–2027 Growth
+39.0%
Salary Trajectory for Financial Advisors in Oregon (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.30% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $82,143 | Actual |
| 2020 | $98,178 | Actual |
| 2021 | $96,187 | Actual |
| 2022 | $99,954 | Actual |
| 2023 | $71,607 | Actual |
| 2024 | $97,183 | Actual |
| 2025 | $107,021 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $110,552 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $114,201 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Oregon metropolitan area, the median financial advisor salary grew 30.3% from $82,143 (2019) to $107,021 (2025). At a 3.30% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $114,201 by 2027 — a total increase of $32,058 (39.03%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Oregon 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 Oregon
Lowest Paying Cities in Oregon
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Corvallis | $89,065 |
| Milwaukie | $98,774 |
| Klamath Falls | $99,009 |
| The Dalles | $99,607 |
| Newberg | $100,681 |
Best Value Cities for Financial Advisors in Oregon
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Oregon cities offer the most purchasing power for financial advisors.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bend | $137,472 | 103.607 | $132,686 |
| Hillsboro | $129,772 | 102.6 | $126,483 |
| Portland | $126,883 | 105.421 | $120,358 |
| Gresham | $109,968 | 102.6 | $107,181 |
| Albany | $108,455 | 102.6 | $105,707 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $59,343 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $110,552 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $372,818 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Oregon metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 36 Cities in Oregon
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bend | $137,472 |
| 2 | Hillsboro | $129,772 |
| 3 | Portland | $126,883 |
| 4 | Gresham | $109,968 |
| 5 | Albany | $108,455 |
| 6 | Salem | $107,473 |
| 7 | Beaverton | $106,837 |
| 8 | McMinnville | $106,547 |
| 9 | Oregon City | $106,422 |
| 10 | Woodburn | $105,713 |
| 11 | Lake Oswego | $105,204 |
| 12 | Medford | $104,982 |
| 13 | Forest Grove | $104,929 |
| 14 | Tigard | $104,488 |
| 15 | Redmond | $104,454 |
| 16 | West Linn | $104,153 |
| 17 | Grants Pass | $103,778 |
| 18 | Tualatin | $103,252 |
| 19 | Pendleton | $103,243 |
| 20 | Wilsonville | $103,094 |
| 21 | Eugene | $102,298 |
| 22 | Happy Valley | $102,209 |
| 23 | Hermiston | $101,926 |
| 24 | Central Point | $101,878 |
| 25 | Ashland | $101,869 |
| 26 | Keizer | $101,843 |
| 27 | Sherwood | $101,837 |
| 28 | Coos Bay | $101,668 |
| 29 | Roseburg | $101,296 |
| 30 | Canby | $101,239 |
| 31 | Springfield | $100,977 |
| 32 | Newberg | $100,681 |
| 33 | The Dalles | $99,607 |
| 34 | Klamath Falls | $99,009 |
| 35 | Milwaukie | $98,774 |
| 36 | Corvallis | $89,065 |
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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.
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 Oregon. State averages are employment-weighted across 36 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