Associate - Underwriting and Broking Salary in California

How much does an Associate - Underwriting and Broking make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate - Underwriting and Broking in California is $64,713 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Associate - Underwriting and Broking's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,924
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,979 to $70,581
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,759

Key Factors That Influence Associate - Underwriting and Broking Salaries

An Associate - Underwriting and Broking'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 Associate - Underwriting and Broking Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate - Underwriting and Broking'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): $63,491
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,710
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,134
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,004
  • Expert (over 8 years): $124,713
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Associate - Underwriting and Broking less than 1 year $63,491
Fraud Prevention Analyst II 1-2 years $70,710
Fraud Prevention Analyst III 2-4 years $95,134
Fraud Prevention Supervisor 5-8 years $75,004
Fraud Prevention Manager over 8 years $124,713

Top Paying Cities for Associate - Underwriting and Broking

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:

  • Los Angeles: $64,825
  • West Hollywood: $64,778
  • Dodgertown: $64,824

Associate - Underwriting and Broking Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate - Underwriting and Broking roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Associate - Underwriting and Broking positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate - Underwriting and Broking as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Associate - Underwriting and Broking

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $90,599 $44.0 40%

Associate - Underwriting and Broking Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate - Underwriting and Broking'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.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$58,979
Average $64,713/year
$70,581
$4,915
Average $5,393/month
$5,882
$1,134
Average $1,244/week
$1,357
$28
Average $31/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,581 $5,882 $1,357 $34
Average $64,713 $5,393 $1,244 $31
25th Percentile $58,979 $4,915 $1,134 $28

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