As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Underwriter in Phoenix, AZ is $137,681, equivalent to $66 per hour, $2,648 weekly, or $11,473 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Underwriter in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Underwriter in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $126,608 to $162,951. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($131,885) and 75th percentile ($150,908), while top earners (90th percentile) make $162,951 per year. This $19,023 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Phoenix Senior Underwriter often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 statewide for Senior 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 Underwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Underwriter Salary $126,608 Phoenix, AZ July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Underwriter Salary $131,885 Phoenix, AZ July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Underwriter Salary $137,681 Phoenix, AZ July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Underwriter Salary $150,908 Phoenix, AZ July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Underwriter Salary $162,951 Phoenix, AZ July 01, 2026
25% $131,885 10% $126,608 90% $162,951 75% $150,908 $137,681 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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