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For CFP® Pros
Compensation Trends
Now that you’ve achieved CFP® certification, you will recognize how important your work is to the financial future of your clients. You have also invested in your career by unlocking additional earning potential and additional benefits that contribute to high job satisfaction.

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Check out our salary calculator to see what you can earn as a CFP® professional.
Salary & Compensation by the Numbers
Consumers are partnering with financial planners to ensure a confident financial future. CFP® professionals are meeting this growing demand and earn more than other financial planners.
Earnings
13%
higher earnings by CFP® professionals
Generous Benefits
90%
receive health insurance
PTO
20
median PTO days per year

Explore the Report
CFP Board conducted a comprehensive study to see how financial planners are compensated. The study addresses many areas of compensation including salary, job satisfaction and benefits. Review this study to see how becoming a CFP® professional can impact your career growth.
Download Highlights from the Study
If you have your CFP® certification, you can also access the detailed compensation study report (login required).