What are the main factors that influence a Collateral 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 Collateral Underwriter?

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

How does experience change A Collateral Underwriter's salary?

A Collateral Underwriter's salary grows with experience: an Appraiser I (Commercial Real Estate) (0-2 years)earns $59,553, an Appraiser II (Commercial Real Estate) (2-4 years)earns $78,578, an Collateral Underwriter (4-7 years)earns $95,472, an Appraiser IV (Commercial Real Estate) (7+ years)earns $118,015, an Appraisal Manager (7+ years)earns $114,800,

What are the highest paying states for a Collateral Underwriter?

Collateral Underwriter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Collateral Underwriter roles are District of Columbia $103,577, California $103,184, Massachusetts $101,809. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Collateral Underwriter roles make?

Salaries for Collateral Underwriter level roles vary by specialization: Loan Underwriter IV: $103,774; Collateral Management Analyst: $94,367; Loan Underwriter III: $85,462; Collateral Analyst: $77,299; Collateral Examiner: $75,609.

Collateral Underwriter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Collateral Underwriter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collateral Underwriter in Delaware is $94,737 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,353
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,149 to $103,434
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,511

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Collateral Underwriter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,434	$8,620	$1,989	$50
Average	$94,737	$7,895	$1,822	$46
25th Percentile	$84,149	$7,012	$1,618	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Collateral Underwriter Salaries

A Collateral 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 Collateral Underwriter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Collateral 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): $59,553
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,578
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,472
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,015
Expert (over 8 years): $114,800

Levels	Salary
Appraiser... Level Collateral Underwriter	$59,553
Appraiser... Level Collateral Underwriter	$78,578
Collatera... Level Collateral Underwriter	$95,472
Appraiser... Level Collateral Underwriter	$118,015
Appraisal... Level Collateral Underwriter	$114,800

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

District of Columbia: $103,577.
California: $103,184.
Massachusetts: $101,809.

District of Columbia $103,577 California $103,184 Massachusetts $101,809 Washington $101,435 New Jersey $101,397 Alaska $101,266 Connecticut $99,975 New York $99,451

Hawaii $97,777 Rhode Island $96,991 Maryland $96,458 Minnesota $95,728 Colorado $95,448 Illinois $95,354 Oregon $94,999 Delaware $94,737

New Hampshire $94,572 Virginia $94,203 Pennsylvania $93,128 Nevada $92,585 North Dakota $92,407 Michigan $92,127 Wisconsin $92,024 Vermont $91,818

Texas $91,247 Maine $91,210 Arizona $91,154 Ohio $91,088 Georgia $90,228 Indiana $89,797 Wyoming $89,713 Utah $89,582

Iowa $89,526 Kansas $89,077 Louisiana $88,946 North Carolina $88,899 Missouri $88,880 Florida $88,516 Montana $88,319 Nebraska $88,132

Kentucky $88,029 South Carolina $87,655 Tennessee $87,421 Idaho $87,328 New Mexico $86,645 Oklahoma $86,495 Alabama $85,943 South Dakota $85,017

Arkansas $84,512 West Virginia $84,240 Mississippi $83,427

Top Paying Cities for Collateral 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: $94,310
Little Creek: $95,000
Magnolia: $94,864

Lincoln, DE $94,310 Little Creek, DE $95,000 Magnolia, DE $94,864 Milford, DE $94,549 Marydel, DE $94,705 Millsboro, DE $93,914 Millville, DE $94,059 Milton, DE $94,222

Nassau, DE $94,290 Ocean View, DE $94,043 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,224 Seaford, DE $94,277 Selbyville, DE $93,887 Smyrna, DE $95,066 Viola, DE $94,628 Woodside, DE $94,883

Bear, DE $94,664 Newark, DE $94,628 Claymont, DE $94,822 Delaware City, DE $94,723 Hockessin, DE $94,620 Kirkwood, DE $94,705 Middletown, DE $94,741 Montchanin, DE $94,641

New Castle, DE $94,655 Odessa, DE $94,788 Port Penn, DE $94,852 Rockland, DE $94,651 Saint Georges, DE $94,711 Townsend, DE $94,857 Winterthur, DE $94,662 Lewes, DE $94,259

Wilmington, DE $94,624 Dover, DE $95,000 Dover Afb, DE $94,500 Bethany Beach, DE $93,944 Bethel, DE $94,042 Bridgeville, DE $94,263 Camden Wyoming, DE $94,733 Cheswold, DE $94,970

Clayton, DE $94,972 Dagsboro, DE $93,879 Delmar, DE $93,728 Ellendale, DE $94,013 Felton, DE $94,542 Fenwick Island, DE $93,899 Frankford, DE $93,736 Frederica, DE $94,636

Georgetown, DE $93,843 Greenwood, DE $94,278 Harbeson, DE $93,943 Harrington, DE $94,422 Hartly, DE $94,716 Houston, DE $94,288 Kenton, DE $94,977 Laurel, DE $93,787

Yorklyn, DE $94,648

Collateral Underwriter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Collateral 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 Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Collateral Underwriter positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Collateral Underwriter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Collateral Underwriter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$142,105	$68.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$104,210	$50.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Collateral 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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$84,149

Average $94,737/year

$103,434

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Average $7,895/month

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Average $1,822/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,434	$8,620	$1,989	$50
Average	$94,737	$7,895	$1,822	$46
25th Percentile	$84,149	$7,012	$1,618	$40

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