As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Commercial Lines Underwriter in District of Columbia is $82,845, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,593 weekly, or $6,904 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Commercial Lines Underwriter in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Commercial Lines Underwriter in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $69,336 to $92,661. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,774) and 75th percentile ($87,983), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,661 per year. This $12,209 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Accounting, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Commercial Lines Underwriter often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Commercial Lines Underwriter job salary. 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
Commercial Lines Underwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Commercial Lines Underwriter Salary $69,336 DC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Commercial Lines Underwriter Salary $75,774 DC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Commercial Lines Underwriter Salary $82,845 DC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Commercial Lines Underwriter Salary $87,983 DC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Commercial Lines Underwriter Salary $92,661 DC August 01, 2026
25% $75,774 10% $69,336 90% $92,661 75% $87,983 $82,845 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Commercial Lines Underwriter ?

Underwriting services are provided by some large financial institutions, such as banks, or insurance or investment houses, whereby they guarantee payment in case of damage or financial loss and accept the financial risk for liability arising from such guarantee. An underwriting arrangement may be created in a number of situations including insurance, issue of securities in a public offering, and bank lending, among others. The person or institution that agrees to sell a minimum number of securities of the company for commission is called the underwriter. The name derives from the Lloyd's of ...

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