What are the main factors that influence a Construction Underwriter's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Construction Underwriter?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Construction Underwriter roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Construction Underwriter's salary?

A Construction Underwriter's salary grows with experience: an Underwriter I (0-2 years)earns $59,693, an Underwriter II (2-4 years)earns $70,332, an Construction Underwriter (4-7 years)earns $91,431, an Underwriter IV (7+ years)earns $106,806, an Underwriter V (7-10 years)earns $131,614,

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Underwriter?

Construction Underwriter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Underwriter roles are District of Columbia $97,937, California $97,566, Massachusetts $96,265. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Underwriter roles make?

Salaries for Construction Underwriter level roles vary by specialization: Underwriter V: $133,433; Underwriter IV: $108,282; Underwriter: $93,941; Underwriter III: $92,694; Associate Underwriter: $89,683.

Construction Underwriter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Underwriter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Underwriter in Delaware is $89,578 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Construction Underwriter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,857
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,686 to $96,005
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,590

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Construction Underwriter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,005	$8,000	$1,846	$46
Average	$89,578	$7,465	$1,723	$43
25th Percentile	$80,686	$6,724	$1,552	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Underwriter Salaries

A Construction Underwriter'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 Construction Underwriter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Underwriter'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $59,693
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,332
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,431
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,806
Expert (over 8 years): $131,614

Levels	Salary
Underwrit... Level Construction Underwriter	$59,693
Underwrit... Level Construction Underwriter	$70,332
Construct... Level Construction Underwriter	$91,431
Underwrit... Level Construction Underwriter	$106,806
Underwrit... Level Construction Underwriter	$131,614

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How Do Construction Underwriter 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 Construction Underwriters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,937.
California: $97,566.
Massachusetts: $96,265.

District of Columbia $97,937 California $97,566 Massachusetts $96,265 Washington $95,911 New Jersey $95,876 Alaska $95,752 Connecticut $94,532 New York $94,036

Hawaii $92,453 Rhode Island $91,710 Maryland $91,206 Minnesota $90,516 Colorado $90,250 Illinois $90,162 Oregon $89,826 Delaware $89,578

New Hampshire $89,422 Virginia $89,074 Pennsylvania $88,057 Nevada $87,544 North Dakota $87,376 Michigan $87,110 Wisconsin $87,013 Vermont $86,818

Texas $86,279 Maine $86,243 Arizona $86,190 Ohio $86,128 Georgia $85,315 Indiana $84,908 Wyoming $84,828 Utah $84,704

Iowa $84,651 Kansas $84,227 Louisiana $84,103 North Carolina $84,059 Missouri $84,041 Florida $83,696 Montana $83,510 Nebraska $83,333

Kentucky $83,236 South Carolina $82,882 Tennessee $82,661 Idaho $82,572 New Mexico $81,927 Oklahoma $81,785 Alabama $81,263 South Dakota $80,388

Arkansas $79,910 West Virginia $79,653 Mississippi $78,884

Top Paying Cities for Construction Underwriters

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: $89,175
Little Creek: $89,828
Magnolia: $89,698

Lincoln, DE $89,175 Little Creek, DE $89,828 Magnolia, DE $89,698 Milford, DE $89,401 Marydel, DE $89,548 Millsboro, DE $88,801 Millville, DE $88,938 Milton, DE $89,092

Nassau, DE $89,156 Ocean View, DE $88,923 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,093 Seaford, DE $89,144 Selbyville, DE $88,775 Smyrna, DE $89,889 Viola, DE $89,475 Woodside, DE $89,716

Bear, DE $89,509 Newark, DE $89,475 Claymont, DE $89,659 Delaware City, DE $89,565 Hockessin, DE $89,468 Kirkwood, DE $89,548 Middletown, DE $89,582 Montchanin, DE $89,488

New Castle, DE $89,501 Odessa, DE $89,627 Port Penn, DE $89,687 Rockland, DE $89,497 Saint Georges, DE $89,554 Townsend, DE $89,692 Winterthur, DE $89,507 Lewes, DE $89,126

Wilmington, DE $89,472 Dover, DE $89,828 Dover Afb, DE $89,354 Bethany Beach, DE $88,829 Bethel, DE $88,921 Bridgeville, DE $89,130 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,575 Cheswold, DE $89,798

Clayton, DE $89,801 Dagsboro, DE $88,767 Delmar, DE $88,625 Ellendale, DE $88,893 Felton, DE $89,394 Fenwick Island, DE $88,786 Frankford, DE $88,632 Frederica, DE $89,483

Georgetown, DE $88,733 Greenwood, DE $89,145 Harbeson, DE $88,828 Harrington, DE $89,281 Hartly, DE $89,559 Houston, DE $89,153 Kenton, DE $89,805 Laurel, DE $88,680

Yorklyn, DE $89,494

Construction Underwriter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Underwriter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Construction Underwriter positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Underwriter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Underwriter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$134,367	$65.0	50%
Healthcare	$107,494	$52.0	20%
Insurance	$98,536	$47.0	10%

Construction Underwriter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Underwriter'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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$80,686

Average $89,578/year

$96,005

$6,724

Average $7,465/month

$8,000

$1,552

Average $1,723/week

$1,846

$39

Average $43/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,005	$8,000	$1,846	$46
Average	$89,578	$7,465	$1,723	$43
25th Percentile	$80,686	$6,724	$1,552	$39

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