California Data

$250-$450/hr
Financial Advisor
$200-$300/hr
National Avg
January 2026
Updated
type
hourly
source note
Estimate based on CFP Board fee data
also available
AUM-based (1% typical)

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California Financial Advisor (2026) — How It Compares to Other States

Hourly rate for fee-only financial advisor

Costs by State‹Financial Advisor‹California
StateFinancial Advisorvs National
→ CaliforniaRank #28 / 50-NaN%
→ California$1,500-$4,000-NaN%
→ California$250-$450/hr-NaN%
→ California7.25%+45.0%
→ California5.10%+2.0%
→ California1.05% APY-12.5%
→ California$150–$350-NaN%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are California financial advisor in 2026?
California financial advisor are currently $250-$450/hr as of January 2026. The national average is $200-$300/hr. California is at or below the national average.
How do California financial advisor compare to other states?
California financial advisor of $250-$450/hr compare to a national average of $200-$300/hr. Rates vary by state based on local market conditions, legislation, and economic factors.
Where can I find the best financial advisor in California?
Fee-only fiduciary advisors in California typically charge $250-$450/hr. Search NAPFA.org for verified fee-only advisors.
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