Personal Financial Advisor Salary in Vermont
Based on 520+ workers in Vermont
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (VT)
$110,020
$52.89/hr
vs National Average
$99,081
+11.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$58K – $242K
520 employed in Vermont
Salary Distribution — Personal Financial Advisor in Vermont
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $58,150 |
| 25th percentile | $79,560 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $110,020 |
| 75th percentile | $177,820 |
| 90th percentile | $241,610 |
Top-Paying Industries for Personal Financial Advisor (U.S.)
Which industries pay Personal Financial Advisors the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Personal Financial Advisors in Vermont tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $137,810 | — |
| Finance and Insurance | $106,810 | 248K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $99,320 | 9K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $95,570 | 5K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $76,940 | 310 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Personal Financial Advisor in Vermont vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Vermont) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $96,890 |
| 2023 | $102,240 |
| 2024 | $81,360 |
| 2025 | $110,020 |
| 2026 (projected) | $116,621 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Vermont Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $96,890 | $87,555 |
| 2023 | $102,240 | $92,738 |
| 2024 | $81,360 | $95,571 |
| 2025 | $110,020 | $99,081 |
| 2026 (projected) | $116,621 | $105,026 |
Personal Financial Advisor Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $79,560 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $110,020 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $177,820 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $241,610 |
Personal Financial Advisor Salary in Other States
Related Personal Financial Advisor Salaries in Vermont
How other high-demand occupations in Vermont compare to Personal Financial Advisor ($110,020 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Personal Financial Advisor | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in VT | $128,690 | +17.0% | $61.87/hr |
| Financial Analyst in VT | $99,090 | -9.9% | $47.64/hr |
| Budget Analyst in VT | $93,430 | -15.1% | $44.92/hr |
| Compliance Officer in VT | $90,420 | -17.8% | $43.47/hr |
| Loan Officer in VT | $88,710 | -19.4% | $42.65/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in VT | $88,280 | -19.8% | $42.44/hr |
| Accountant in VT | $78,890 | -28.3% | $37.93/hr |
| Tax Examiner in VT | $75,270 | -31.6% | $36.19/hr |
| Financial Examiner in VT | $74,680 | -32.1% | $35.90/hr |
| Credit Analyst in VT | $71,220 | -35.3% | $34.24/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in VT | $70,720 | -35.7% | $34.00/hr |
| Information Security Analyst in VT | $109,750 | -0.2% | $52.76/hr |