Assistant Underwriting Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Underwriting Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Underwriting Manager in the United States is $75,244 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, an Assistant Underwriting Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,305
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,708 to $84,175
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,937

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Underwriting Manager Salaries

An Assistant Underwriting Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Underwriting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Underwriting Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,245
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,383
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,303
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,796
  • Expert (over 8 years): $119,677
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Executive Assistant I less than 1 year $63,245
Assistant Underwriting Manager 1-2 years $73,383
Executive Assistant III 2-4 years $88,303
Executive Assistant IV 5-8 years $99,796
Executive Assistant V over 8 years $119,677

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Underwriting Manager

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $94,905
  • San Francisco: $93,866
  • Oakland: $91,888

Assistant Underwriting Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Underwriting Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Underwriting Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Underwriting Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Underwriting Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet $81,264 $39.0 8%
Pharmaceuticals $81,264 $39.0 8%
Financial Services $80,511 $39.0 7%
Insurance $79,759 $38.0 6%
Biotechnology $79,006 $38.0 5%

Assistant Underwriting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Underwriting Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$66,708
Average $75,244/year
$84,175
$5,559
Average $6,270/month
$7,015
$1,283
Average $1,447/week
$1,619
$32
Average $36/hour
$40
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $84,175 $7,015 $1,619 $40
Average $75,244 $6,270 $1,447 $36
25th Percentile $66,708 $5,559 $1,283 $32

Most common benefits for Assistant Underwriting Manager

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Underwriting Manager

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Underwriting Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Assistant Underwriting Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Underwriting Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Underwriting Manager roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

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