As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for senior insurance underwriter in Washington is $111,556, equivalent to $54 per hour, $2,145 weekly, or $9,296 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for senior insurance underwriter in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for senior insurance underwriter in Washington vary widely, spanning from $92,257 to $126,120. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($101,454) and 75th percentile ($119,179), while top earners (90th percentile) make $126,120 per year. This $17,725 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Flexibility or Data Entry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington senior insurance underwriter often earn 8.4% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 32 companies. However, Washington currently ranks 4 nationwide for senior insurance 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
senior insurance underwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile senior insurance underwriter Salary $92,257 WA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile senior insurance underwriter Salary $101,454 WA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile senior insurance underwriter Salary $111,556 WA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile senior insurance underwriter Salary $119,179 WA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile senior insurance underwriter Salary $126,120 WA August 01, 2026
25% $101,454 10% $92,257 90% $126,120 75% $119,179 $111,556 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A senior insurance underwriter ?

A senior insurance underwriter evaluates complex insurance applications, assessing risk and determining coverage terms. Responsibilities include analyzing financial data, reviewing client information, and collaborating with agents to ensure accurate policy pricing. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of underwriting guidelines and regulations. Senior underwriters often mentor junior staff and may lead projects to improve underwriting processes. The salary for a senior insurance underwriter typically ranges from $80,000 to $120,000 annually...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $111,944 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $110,883 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $108,865 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $112,345 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $109,387 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $108,726 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $115,227 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $108,037 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $110,698 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $111,523 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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