Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $158,570 | $110,804 | +43% |
| Median hourly wage | $76.24 | $53.27 | +43% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $145,744.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Financial Advisor in New Jersey is $158,570, or about $76.24 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Advisors is $110,804. New Jersey is +43% above the national median.
Entry-level financial advisors in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,300 financial advisor jobs on record and a median salary of $158,570, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.