As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Associate Underwriter in the US is $89,681, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,725 weekly, or $7,473 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Associate Underwriter in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Associate Underwriter in the US vary widely, spanning from $74,240 to $101,448. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,599) and 75th percentile ($95,841), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,448 per year. This $14,242 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Collective Bargaining, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Associate Underwriter often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 53 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Associate Underwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $74,240 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $81,599 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $89,681 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $95,841 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Associate Underwriter Salary $101,448 US January 01, 2026
25% $81,599 10% $74,240 90% $101,448 75% $95,841 $89,681 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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