What are the main factors that influence an Underwriter (P/C) II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Underwriter (P/C) 's salary?

An Underwriter (P/C) 's salary grows with experience: an Underwriter (P/C) I (0-2 years)earns $61,291, an Underwriter (P/C) II (2-4 years)earns $72,214, an Underwriter (P/C) III (4-7 years)earns $93,869, an Underwriter (P/C) IV (7+ years)earns $109,680, a Property Casualty Underwriting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $116,638,

What are the highest paying states for an Underwriter (P/C) II?

Underwriter (P/C) II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Underwriter (P/C) II roles are District of Columbia $78,952, California $78,653, Massachusetts $77,604. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Underwriter (P/C) roles make?

Salaries for Underwriter (P/C) level roles vary by specialization: Commercial Underwriter II: $94,729; Mortgage Underwriter II: $73,326; Insurance Underwriter II: $71,400; Life Insurance Underwriter II: $71,310; Underwriter II: $71,308.

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Underwriter (P/C) II Salary in Delaware

How much does an Underwriter (P/C) II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Underwriter (P/C) II in Delaware is $72,214 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, an Underwriter (P/C) II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,755
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,037 to $76,685
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,414

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Underwriter (P/C) II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,685	$6,390	$1,475	$37
Average	$72,214	$6,018	$1,389	$35
25th Percentile	$66,037	$5,503	$1,270	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Underwriter (P/C) II Salaries

An Underwriter (P/C) II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Underwriter (P/C) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Underwriter (P/C) II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Underwriter (P/C) I (0-2 years): $61,291
Underwriter (P/C) II (2-4 years): $72,214
Underwriter (P/C) III (4-7 years): $93,869
Underwriter (P/C) IV (7+ years): $109,680
Property Casualty Underwriting Supervisor (7+ years): $116,638

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Underwriter (P/C) I	0-2 years	$61,291
Underwriter (P/C) II	2-4 years	$72,214
Underwriter (P/C) III	4-7 years	$93,869
Underwriter (P/C) IV	7+ years	$109,680
Property Casualty Underwriting Supervisor	7+ years	$116,638

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How Do Underwriter (P/C) II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Underwriter (P/C) IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,952.
California: $78,653.
Massachusetts: $77,604.

District of Columbia $78,952 California $78,653 Massachusetts $77,604 Washington $77,319 New Jersey $77,291 Alaska $77,191 Connecticut $76,207 New York $75,808

Hawaii $74,531 Rhode Island $73,932 Maryland $73,526 Minnesota $72,969 Colorado $72,756 Illinois $72,684 Oregon $72,413 Delaware $72,214

New Hampshire $72,088 Virginia $71,807 Pennsylvania $70,987 Nevada $70,574 North Dakota $70,438 Michigan $70,224 Wisconsin $70,146 Vermont $69,989

Texas $69,554 Maine $69,525 Arizona $69,483 Ohio $69,433 Georgia $68,777 Indiana $68,449 Wyoming $68,384 Utah $68,285

Iowa $68,242 Kansas $67,899 Louisiana $67,800 North Carolina $67,764 Missouri $67,750 Florida $67,472 Montana $67,322 Nebraska $67,179

Kentucky $67,101 South Carolina $66,816 Tennessee $66,637 Idaho $66,566 New Mexico $66,045 Oklahoma $65,931 Alabama $65,511 South Dakota $64,805

Arkansas $64,420 West Virginia $64,213 Mississippi $63,592

Top Paying Cities for Underwriter (P/C) IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $74,738
Little Creek: $74,046
Magnolia: $74,353

Lincoln, DE $74,738 Little Creek, DE $74,046 Magnolia, DE $74,353 Milford, DE $74,738 Marydel, DE $73,768 Millsboro, DE $74,738 Millville, DE $75,237 Milton, DE $74,738

Nassau, DE $74,738 Ocean View, DE $75,237 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,237 Seaford, DE $73,954 Selbyville, DE $75,237 Smyrna, DE $73,683 Viola, DE $74,353 Woodside, DE $74,139

Bear, DE $73,141 Newark, DE $73,169 Claymont, DE $73,226 Delaware City, DE $73,169 Hockessin, DE $73,226 Kirkwood, DE $73,169 Middletown, DE $73,533 Montchanin, DE $73,226

New Castle, DE $73,226 Odessa, DE $73,633 Port Penn, DE $72,969 Rockland, DE $73,226 Saint Georges, DE $73,169 Townsend, DE $73,526 Winterthur, DE $73,226 Lewes, DE $74,738

Wilmington, DE $73,226 Dover, DE $74,011 Dover Afb, DE $74,182 Bethany Beach, DE $75,237 Bethel, DE $73,954 Bridgeville, DE $74,738 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,089 Cheswold, DE $73,839

Clayton, DE $73,654 Dagsboro, DE $75,237 Delmar, DE $73,954 Ellendale, DE $74,738 Felton, DE $74,738 Fenwick Island, DE $75,237 Frankford, DE $75,237 Frederica, DE $74,738

Georgetown, DE $74,738 Greenwood, DE $74,738 Harbeson, DE $74,738 Harrington, DE $74,738 Hartly, DE $73,618 Houston, DE $74,738 Kenton, DE $73,654 Laurel, DE $73,954

Yorklyn, DE $73,226

Underwriter (P/C) II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Underwriter (P/C) II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$66,037

Average $72,214/year

$76,685

$5,503

Average $6,018/month

$6,390

$1,270

Average $1,389/week

$1,475

$32

Average $35/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,685	$6,390	$1,475	$37
Average	$72,214	$6,018	$1,389	$35
25th Percentile	$66,037	$5,503	$1,270	$32

Underwriter (P/C) II Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Underwriter (P/C) II, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Underwriter (P/C) II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Health Underwriter, Sr.	$93,872	30%
Underwriter (Life) III	$93,872	30%
Underwriter (P/C) III	$93,869	30%
Underwriter III	$93,869	30%

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