{"id":7431,"date":"2025-12-10T15:20:44","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T21:20:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/?p=7431"},"modified":"2026-06-16T17:12:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T23:12:13","slug":"cfp-salaries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/cfp-salaries\/","title":{"rendered":"CFP\u00ae Salary: How Much Certified Financial Planners\u00ae Make"},"content":{"rendered":" <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CFP\u00ae professionals earn an average of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/Cfp-Salary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$101,940<\/a> as of this year, but that number only tells part of the story. In financial planning, income depends on experience, clients, certification, and whether you work for a firm or build your own practice with bonuses, profit sharing, or assets under management.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But what separates a financial planner who barely gets by from a six-figure earner?<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, I\u2019ll break down real CFP\u00ae salary data, career paths, compensation structures, and the factors that shape earning potential.<\/p> <p class=\"custom_key wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-key-takeaways\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list custom_underline\"> <li><strong>Average CFP\u00ae salary<\/strong>: $101,940 per year; most earn between $87,000 and $114,500; top earners reach $137,500.<\/li> <li><strong>Early-career CFP\u00ae compensation<\/strong>: Typically ranges from $87,000 to $114,500; higher in private wealth and larger firms.<\/li> <li><strong>Experienced CFP\u00ae income<\/strong>: Often between $100,000 and $140,000; firm owners and partners can exceed $200,000 to $500,000+.<\/li> <li><strong>Income depends on<\/strong>: Client type, company size, location, compensation model (salary, fee-based, commission, AUM), and years of experience.<\/li> <li><strong>Financial advisors report<\/strong>: High job satisfaction, long-term income stability, and strong growth once client relationships are established.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-do-certified-financial-planners-do\"><strong>What Do Certified Financial Planners\u00ae Do?<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certified Financial Planners\u00ae help clients build and protect their wealth through financial planning, investment strategies, retirement planning, taxes, insurance, and estate planning.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To earn the CFP\u00ae designation, candidates must complete a bachelor\u2019s degree, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/study-for-the-cfp-exam\/\">study for and pass the CFP\u00ae exam<\/a>, meet ethics requirements, and commit to fiduciary duty, always acting in the client\u2019s best interest.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because CFP\u00ae professionals combine financial expertise with legally required fiduciary responsibility, they often earn higher compensation than other finance roles that don\u2019t require certification.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-entry-level-cfp-salary\"><strong>Entry-Level CFP\u00ae Salary<\/strong><\/h2> <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info-300x300.png\" alt=\"CFP salary\" class=\"wp-image-7438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info-280x280.png 280w, https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/12\/CFP\u00ae-Salary-info.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure> <style type=\"text\/css\" id=\"supsystic-table-136_78609-css\">\/* Here you can add custom CSS for the current table *\/ \/* Lean more about CSS: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cascading_Style_Sheets *\/ \/* To prevent the use of styles to other tables use \"#supsystic-table-136\" as a base selector for example: #supsystic-table-136 { ... } #supsystic-table-136 tbody { ... } #supsystic-table-136 tbody tr { ... } *\/ div#supsystic-table-136_wrapper { width: 60%; 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width: 50%;\" >Percentile <\/th><th data-cell-id=\"B1\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Annual CFP\u00ae Salary\" data-order=\"Annual CFP\u00ae Salary\" style=\"min-width: 50%; width: 50%;\" >Annual CFP\u00ae Salary <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A2\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"25th Percentile\" data-order=\"25th Percentile\" >25th Percentile <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B2\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$87,000\" data-order=\"$87,000\" >$87,000 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A3\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"50th Percentile (Median)\" data-order=\"50th Percentile (Median)\" >50th Percentile (Median) <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B3\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$101,940\" data-order=\"$101,940\" >$101,940 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A4\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"75th Percentile\" data-order=\"75th Percentile\" >75th Percentile <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B4\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$114,500\" data-order=\"$114,500\" >$114,500 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A5\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"90th Percentile\" data-order=\"90th Percentile\" >90th Percentile <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B5\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$137,500\" data-order=\"$137,500\" >$137,500 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><!-- \/#supsystic-table-136.supsystic-table --><\/div><!-- \/.supsystic-tables-wrap --><!-- Tables Generator by Supsystic --><!-- Version:1.13.1 --><!-- http:\/\/supsystic.com\/ --> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These numbers include base salary, plus bonuses, commission, and in some cases, profit sharing.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-top-10-highest-paying-states-for-cfp-professionals\"><strong>Top 10 Highest-Paying States for CFP\u00ae Professionals<\/strong><\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where you practice financial planning can make a major impact on your CFP\u00ae salary. These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ziprecruiter.com\/Salaries\/What-Is-the-Average-CFP-Salary-by-State\">states<\/a> offer the highest average annual earnings for financial planners and CFP\u00ae professionals:<\/p> <style type=\"text\/css\" id=\"supsystic-table-137_97096-css\">\/* Here you can add custom CSS for the current table *\/ \/* Lean more about CSS: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cascading_Style_Sheets *\/ \/* To prevent the use of styles to other tables use \"#supsystic-table-137\" as a base selector for example: #supsystic-table-137 { ... } #supsystic-table-137 tbody { ... } #supsystic-table-137 tbody tr { ... } *\/ div#supsystic-table-137_wrapper { width: 60%; margin: 0 auto; } table#supsystic-table-137 { border: none !important; } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { div#supsystic-table-137_wrapper { width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; } } <\/style> <div id=\"supsystic-table-137_97096\" class=\"supsystic-tables-wrap \" style=\" width:100%; visibility: hidden; \" 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class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Average Annual Salary\" data-order=\"Average Annual Salary\" style=\"min-width: 33.3333%; width: 33.3333%;\" >Average Annual Salary <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A2\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"1\" data-order=\"1\" >1 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B2\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Washington\" data-order=\"Washington\" >Washington <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C2\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$115,456\" data-order=\"$115,456\" >$115,456 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A3\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"2\" data-order=\"2\" >2 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B3\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"District of Columbia\" data-order=\"District of Columbia\" >District of Columbia <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C3\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$115,194\" data-order=\"$115,194\" >$115,194 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A4\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"3\" data-order=\"3\" >3 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B4\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"New York\" data-order=\"New York\" >New York <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C4\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$111,525\" data-order=\"$111,525\" >$111,525 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A5\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"4\" data-order=\"4\" >4 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B5\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Massachusetts\" data-order=\"Massachusetts\" >Massachusetts <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C5\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$111,331\" data-order=\"$111,331\" >$111,331 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A6\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"5\" data-order=\"5\" >5 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B6\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Alaska\" data-order=\"Alaska\" >Alaska <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C6\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$109,783\" data-order=\"$109,783\" >$109,783 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A7\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"6\" data-order=\"6\" >6 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B7\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Vermont\" data-order=\"Vermont\" >Vermont <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C7\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$108,388\" data-order=\"$108,388\" >$108,388 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A8\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"8\" data-db-index=\"8\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"7\" data-order=\"7\" >7 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B8\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"8\" data-db-index=\"8\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"North Dakota\" data-order=\"North Dakota\" >North Dakota <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C8\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"8\" data-db-index=\"8\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$107,860\" data-order=\"$107,860\" >$107,860 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A9\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"9\" data-db-index=\"9\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"8\" data-order=\"8\" >8 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B9\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"9\" data-db-index=\"9\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Oregon\" data-order=\"Oregon\" >Oregon <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C9\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"9\" data-db-index=\"9\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$107,779\" data-order=\"$107,779\" >$107,779 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A10\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"10\" data-db-index=\"10\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"9\" data-order=\"9\" >9 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B10\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"10\" data-db-index=\"10\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Colorado\" data-order=\"Colorado\" >Colorado <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C10\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"10\" data-db-index=\"10\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$107,191\" data-order=\"$107,191\" >$107,191 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A11\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"11\" data-db-index=\"11\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"10\" data-order=\"10\" >10 <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B11\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"11\" data-db-index=\"11\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Hawaii\" data-order=\"Hawaii\" >Hawaii <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"C11\" data-x=\"2\" data-y=\"11\" data-db-index=\"11\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$105,911\" data-order=\"$105,911\" >$105,911 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><!-- \/#supsystic-table-137.supsystic-table --><\/div><!-- \/.supsystic-tables-wrap --><!-- Tables Generator by Supsystic --><!-- Version:1.13.1 --><!-- http:\/\/supsystic.com\/ --> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These states typically have higher costs of living, but they also offer greater access to wealth management firms, high-net-worth clients, and financial advisor roles with higher pay structures and assets under management (AUM).<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-job-titles-and-typical-salary-ranges-in-financial-planning\"><strong>Job Titles and Typical Salary Ranges in Financial Planning<\/strong><\/h3> <style type=\"text\/css\" id=\"supsystic-table-138_21580-css\">\/* Here you can add custom CSS for the current table *\/ \/* Lean more about CSS: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cascading_Style_Sheets *\/ \/* To prevent the use of styles to other tables use \"#supsystic-table-138\" as a base selector for example: #supsystic-table-138 { ... } #supsystic-table-138 tbody { ... } #supsystic-table-138 tbody tr { ... } *\/ div#supsystic-table-138_wrapper { width: 60%; margin: 0 auto; } table#supsystic-table-138 { border: none !important; } @media screen 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data-searching-settings=\"{&quot;columnSearchPosition&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;minChars&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-lang=\"default\" data-override=\"{&quot;emptyTable&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;info&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;infoEmpty&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;infoFiltered&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;lengthMenu&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;search&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;previous&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;next&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;zeroRecords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;exportLabel&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;file&quot;:&quot;default&quot;}\" data-merged=\"[]\" data-responsive-mode=\"2\" data-from-history=\"0\" ><thead><tr><th data-cell-id=\"A1\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Job Title\" data-order=\"Job Title\" style=\"min-width: 50%; width: 50%;\" >Job Title <\/th><th data-cell-id=\"B1\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Typical Annual Salary Range\" data-order=\"Typical Annual Salary Range\" style=\"min-width: 50%; width: 50%;\" >Typical Annual Salary Range <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A2\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Wealth Manager \/ Financial Advisor\" data-order=\"Wealth Manager \/ Financial Advisor\" >Wealth Manager \/ Financial Advisor <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B2\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$90,000 \u2013 $120,000\" data-order=\"$90,000 \u2013 $120,000\" >$90,000 \u2013 $120,000 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A3\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Asset &amp; Wealth Management Associate\" data-order=\"Asset &amp; Wealth Management Associate\" >Asset & Wealth Management Associate <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B3\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$80,000 \u2013 $100,000\" data-order=\"$80,000 \u2013 $100,000\" >$80,000 \u2013 $100,000 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A4\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Legislative Assistant (Finance\/Policy, Entry-Level)\" data-order=\"Legislative Assistant (Finance\/Policy, Entry-Level)\" >Legislative Assistant (Finance\/Policy, Entry-Level) <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B4\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$55,000 \u2013 $70,000\" data-order=\"$55,000 \u2013 $70,000\" >$55,000 \u2013 $70,000 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A5\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Registered Wealth Management Client Associate\" data-order=\"Registered Wealth Management Client Associate\" >Registered Wealth Management Client Associate <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B5\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$50,000 \u2013 $65,000\" data-order=\"$50,000 \u2013 $65,000\" >$50,000 \u2013 $65,000 <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A6\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Entry-Level Wealth Management Support\" data-order=\"Entry-Level Wealth Management Support\" >Entry-Level Wealth Management Support <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B6\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"$45,000 \u2013 $55,000\" data-order=\"$45,000 \u2013 $55,000\" >$45,000 \u2013 $55,000 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><!-- \/#supsystic-table-138.supsystic-table --><\/div><!-- \/.supsystic-tables-wrap --><!-- Tables Generator by Supsystic --><!-- Version:1.13.1 --><!-- http:\/\/supsystic.com\/ --> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These roles are typical in advisory firms, wealth management companies, and financial institutions. As professionals gain experience, earn the CFP\u00ae certification, and begin managing their own clients, they often transition into higher-paying advisory roles or private practice.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-impacts-cfp-salary-and-compensation\"><strong>What Impacts CFP\u00ae Salary and Compensation?<\/strong><\/h2> <style type=\"text\/css\" id=\"supsystic-table-139_487-css\">\/* Here you can add custom CSS for the current table *\/ \/* Lean more about CSS: https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cascading_Style_Sheets *\/ \/* To prevent the use of styles to other tables use \"#supsystic-table-139\" as a base selector for example: #supsystic-table-139 { ... } #supsystic-table-139 tbody { ... } #supsystic-table-139 tbody tr { ... } *\/ div#supsystic-table-139_wrapper { width: 60%; margin: 0 auto; } table#supsystic-table-139 { border: none !important; } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { div#supsystic-table-139_wrapper { width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; } } <\/style> <div id=\"supsystic-table-139_487\" class=\"supsystic-tables-wrap \" style=\" width:100%; visibility: hidden; \" data-table-width-fixed=\"100%\" data-table-width-mobile=\"100%\" ><table id=\"supsystic-table-139\" class=\"supsystic-table border stripe hover lightboxImg cell-border\" data-id=\"139\" data-view-id=\"139_487\" data-title=\"What Impacts CFP\u00ae Salary and Compensation?\" data-currency-format=\"$1,000.00\" data-percent-format=\"10.00%\" data-date-format=\"DD.MM.YYYY\" data-time-format=\"HH:mm\" data-features=\"[&quot;after_table_loaded_script&quot;]\" data-search-value=\"\" data-loader-icon-name=\"default\" data-loader-icon-items=\"0\" data-loader-color=\"#000000\" data-processing-bg=\"#ffffff\" data-processing-color=\"#000000\" data-lightbox-img=\"\" data-head=\"on\" data-head-rows-count=\"1\" data-pagination-length=\"50,100,All\" data-auto-index=\"off\" data-searching-settings=\"{&quot;columnSearchPosition&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;minChars&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-lang=\"default\" data-override=\"{&quot;emptyTable&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;info&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;infoEmpty&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;infoFiltered&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;lengthMenu&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;search&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;previous&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;next&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;zeroRecords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;exportLabel&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;file&quot;:&quot;default&quot;}\" data-merged=\"[]\" data-responsive-mode=\"2\" data-from-history=\"0\" ><thead><tr><th data-cell-id=\"A1\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Factor\" data-order=\"Factor\" style=\"min-width: 50%; width: 50%;\" >Factor <\/th><th data-cell-id=\"B1\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"1\" data-db-index=\"1\" class=\"htCenter\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Impact on Earning Potential\" data-order=\"Impact on Earning Potential\" style=\"min-width: 50%; width: 50%;\" >Impact on Earning Potential <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A2\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Company size and type\" data-order=\"Company size and type\" >Company size and type <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B2\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"2\" data-db-index=\"2\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Banks and insurance firms offer stable salary + benefits, while RIAs and independent firms offer higher revenue share.\" data-order=\"Banks and insurance firms offer stable salary + benefits, while RIAs and independent firms offer higher revenue share.\" >Banks and insurance firms offer stable salary + benefits, while RIAs and independent firms offer higher revenue share. <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A3\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Clients and assets under management (AUM)\" data-order=\"Clients and assets under management (AUM)\" >Clients and assets under management (AUM) <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B3\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"3\" data-db-index=\"3\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"More clients = more revenue, higher bonuses, equity, and recurring income.\" data-order=\"More clients = more revenue, higher bonuses, equity, and recurring income.\" >More clients = more revenue, higher bonuses, equity, and recurring income. <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A4\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Location and current company\" data-order=\"Location and current company\" >Location and current company <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B4\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"4\" data-db-index=\"4\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Advisors in major cities or high-income areas earn more, but the cost of living is higher.\" data-order=\"Advisors in major cities or high-income areas earn more, but the cost of living is higher.\" >Advisors in major cities or high-income areas earn more, but the cost of living is higher. <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A5\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Experience and credentials\" data-order=\"Experience and credentials\" >Experience and credentials <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B5\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"5\" data-db-index=\"5\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"A CFP certification, CPA, CFA, Series 7, or tax expertise can lead to higher pay.\" data-order=\"A CFP certification, CPA, CFA, Series 7, or tax expertise can lead to higher pay.\" >A CFP certification, CPA, CFA, Series 7, or tax expertise can lead to higher pay. <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A6\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Compensation structure\" data-order=\"Compensation structure\" >Compensation structure <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B6\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"6\" data-db-index=\"6\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Salaried, fee-only, or commission-based plans result in different income levels.\" data-order=\"Salaried, fee-only, or commission-based plans result in different income levels.\" >Salaried, fee-only, or commission-based plans result in different income levels. <\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"height:px\" ><td data-cell-id=\"A7\" data-x=\"0\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Benefits and perks\" data-order=\"Benefits and perks\" >Benefits and perks <\/td><td data-cell-id=\"B7\" data-x=\"1\" data-y=\"7\" data-db-index=\"7\" class=\"\" data-cell-type=\"text\" data-original-value=\"Many companies offer retirement plans, vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development stipends.\" data-order=\"Many companies offer retirement plans, vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development stipends.\" >Many companies offer retirement plans, vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development stipends. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><!-- \/#supsystic-table-139.supsystic-table --><\/div><!-- \/.supsystic-tables-wrap --><!-- Tables Generator by Supsystic --><!-- Version:1.13.1 --><!-- http:\/\/supsystic.com\/ --> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-increase-your-cfp-salary\"><strong>How to Increase Your CFP\u00ae Salary<\/strong><\/h2> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Earn the CFP\u00ae certification and additional credentials like CFA\u00ae or CPA.<\/li> <li>Specialize in retirement planning, tax strategy, investment management, or business-owner planning.<\/li> <li>Work for a Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) or private wealth firm rather than a bank.<\/li> <li>Grow assets under management (AUM) to increase recurring revenue and bonuses.<\/li> <li>Build strong client relationships (this is one of the most valuable assets in this profession).<\/li> <li>Track performance, meet revenue targets, and negotiate compensation as you add more value.<\/li> <\/ul> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-verdict\"><strong>Final Verdict<\/strong><\/h2> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/how-to-become-cfp\/\">Becoming a CFP\u00ae<\/a> takes effort, education, exam preparation, passing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/cfp-requirements-and-process\/\">CFP Board requirements<\/a>, and years of practical work experience. But once you build trust with clients and prove your expertise, this career can offer higher pay, steady compensation, and meaningful work.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a career where you help people make smart financial decisions, build wealth, and find long-term security, I\u2019m here to show you what you can earn and how to get there. The earning potential is real. The demand for trustworthy financial advisors is growing. And with the right steps, this profession can give you both income and purpose.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to get started? Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kansascity.com\/careers-education\/best-cfp-exam-prep-courses\/\">top CFP\u00ae prep courses<\/a> and pick the one that&#8217;s right for you.<\/p> <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2> <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765177858120\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Do CFP\u00ae or CFA\u00ae professionals make more money?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">CFA\u00ae professionals usually earn more, especially in investment management, asset firms, or hedge funds.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765177874238\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Which pays more, CFP\u00ae or CPA?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">CPAs often start with higher pay, but experienced CFP\u00ae professionals with high-net-worth clients can earn more over time.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765177879455\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is $500,000 enough to work with a financial advisor?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Many financial advisors and CFP\u00ae professionals work with clients starting around $250,000 to $500,000 in investable assets.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765177885162\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is the CFP\u00ae harder than the CPA?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The CPA exam is more technical and has lower pass rates. The CFP\u00ae exam is broader and more application-based.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1765177897370\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can CFP\u00ae professionals earn over $200,000?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. 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