All financial specialists not listed separately.
Financial Specialists, All Other
SOC: 13-2099 O*NET: 13-2099.00
Median Salary
$81,100
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3.1%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
10.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All financial specialists not listed separately.
What does a Financial Specialists, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$48,460
10th percentile
Early Career
$61,290
25th percentile
Median
$81,100
50th percentile
Experienced
$110,410
75th percentile
Top Earners
$151,490
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$48,460
25th
$61,290
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$81,100
Mean: $93,810
75th
$110,410
90th
$151,490
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $103,030 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $61,290 and $110,410
- •Salary spread is 60.6% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 132,130 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:137,100
Top Industries
Finance and Insurance33.8%
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities19.1%
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)15.9%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3.1%
Annual Openings:10,300
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)137,100
Current
2034 (Projected)141,400
+3.1%
+4,300
Employment Change
+3.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Financial Specialists, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
14,290 jobs$80,8100.92x
Texas
13,550 jobs$71,6501.13x
New York
9,750 jobs$107,4901.18x
Florida
6,960 jobs$61,6600.82x
Illinois
5,850 jobs$81,1801.13x
New Jersey
5,510 jobs$98,6301.51x
Virginia
5,070 jobs$92,9301.45x
North Carolina
4,190 jobs$80,9001.00x
Ohio
4,170 jobs$90,0600.89x
Georgia
4,070 jobs$77,5400.98x
Colorado
4,030 jobs$87,4301.65x
Pennsylvania
4,030 jobs$78,6100.78x
Maryland
3,790 jobs$101,4001.62x
Utah
3,120 jobs$76,5302.12x
Louisiana
2,990 jobs$59,8601.82x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Active Listening
100%
#2
English Language
100%
#3
Written Expression
100%
#4
Writing
94%
#5
Economics and Accounting
92%
#6
Problem Sensitivity
92%
#7
Law and Government
86%
#8
Critical Thinking
86%
#9
Oral Comprehension
82%
#10
Reading Comprehension
80%
Skills Overview
Active Listening
advanced5.0
100%
English Language
advanced5.0
100%
Written Expression
advanced5.0
100%
Writing
advanced4.7
94%
Economics and Accounting
advanced4.6
92%
Problem Sensitivity
advanced4.6
92%
Law and Government
intermediate4.3
86%
Critical Thinking
intermediate4.3
86%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Active Listening
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
English Language
advancedImportance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0
Written Expression
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Writing
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Economics and Accounting
advancedImportance92%
knowledge
4.6/5.0
Problem Sensitivity
advancedImportance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0
Law and Government
intermediateImportance86%
knowledge
4.3/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Oral Comprehension
intermediateImportance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance80%
abilities
4.0/5.0
Computers and Electronics
intermediateImportance78%
knowledge
3.9/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance74%
abilities
3.7/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Graphic Designers100%
5 shared skills
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers82%
5 shared skills
Advertising and Promotions Managers82%
5 shared skills
Urologists82%
5 shared skills
Audiologists82%
5 shared skills
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys82%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Writing
- ✓English Language
- ✓Economics and Accounting
- ✓Law and Government
Learn on the Job:
- →Speaking
- →Mathematics
- →Customer and Personal Service
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Writing
- ✓English Language
- ✓Economics and Accounting
- ✓Law and Government
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Active Listening
- ★Writing
- ★English Language
- ★Economics and Accounting
- ★Law and Government
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Financial Specialists, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Financial Specialists, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Trade Colleges That Train for Financial Specialists, All Other
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
5.0k program completions/year
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA
2.8k program completions/year
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH
2.5k program completions/year
Lee College
Baytown, TX
1.6k program completions/year
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
1.3k program completions/year
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC
1.3k program completions/year
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
1.3k program completions/year
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
1.2k program completions/year
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
1.2k program completions/year
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
1.0k program completions/year
Connecticut State Community College
New Britain, CT
978 program completions/year
Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
897 program completions/year
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