Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,880 | $110,804 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.58 | $53.27 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,736.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Financial Advisor in North Carolina is $96,880, or about $46.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Advisors is $110,804. North Carolina is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level financial advisors in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,340 financial advisor jobs on record and a median salary of $96,880, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.