Insurance Broker Salary in San Diego, California

How much does an Insurance Broker make hourly in San Diego, CA? The average hourly wage for an Insurance Broker in San Diego, CA is $46 as of February 27, 2023, but the range typically falls between $40 and $56. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Job Description

Develops and markets customer business to different insurance carriers to obtain quotes based on an evaluation and analysis of the customer's insurance needs and requirements. Assesses and negotiates quotes from different carriers based on exposure, risk, and financing. Develops recommendations to advises customers on the best options that will meet their needs and to place and retain the business. Requires knowledge of complex insurance products and a variety of lines such as commercial property & casualty, employee benefits, and others. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires insurance licensing. May also require professional credentials such as CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor), or ARM (Associate in Risk Management). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)

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Average Hourly Wage

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46

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
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49
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Insurance Broker in San Diego, CA. The average hourly rate for Insurance Broker ranges from $40 to $56 with the average hourly pay of $46. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $41 to $60 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $49.
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    Insurance Broker Trainee

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Insurance Broker

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Insurance Senior Broker

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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