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Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary in the United States

Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary

How much does an Senior Underwriter (Life) make in the United States? The average Senior Underwriter (Life) salary in the United States is $96,910 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $86,930 and $106,650. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Senior Underwriter (Life) Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary $77,844 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary $86,930 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary $96,910 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary $106,650 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Underwriter (Life) Salary $115,518 US March 26, 2024
25% $86,930 10% $77,844 90% $115,518 75% $106,650 $96,910 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Underwriter (Life) calculates rates and premiums from approved decrement tables. Reviews medical, occupational, financial, and legal information to select or reject individual or group life insurance applications. Being a Senior Underwriter (Life) typically requires a bachelor's degree. Approves or denies applications on own discretion. In addition, Senior Underwriter (Life) typically reports to a manager. Being a Senior Underwriter (Life) contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Underwriter (Life) typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. Down a level:

    Intermediate Underwriter (Life)

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Senior Underwriter (Life)

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Life Insurance Underwriting Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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