Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer Salary in the United States

How much does a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer in the United States is $97,430 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,616
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,802 to $110,090
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,036

Key Factors That Influence Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer Salaries

A Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer'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): $94,793
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $110,815
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $144,089
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,491
  • Expert (over 8 years): $187,379
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer less than 1 year $94,793
Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer II 1-2 years $110,815
Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer III 2-4 years $144,089
Commercial Real Estate Lending Assistant Manager 5-8 years $161,491
Commercial Real Estate Lending Manager over 8 years $187,379

Top Paying Cities for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer

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: $122,889
  • San Francisco: $121,543
  • Oakland: $118,982

Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $146,145 $70.0 50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $107,173 $52.0 10%

How Education impacts a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer with a Bachelor's is between $82,250 and $90,154.

Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 11.5%
High School 11.5%
Associate's Degree 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree 60.3%
Master's Degree or MBA 22.9%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.8%

Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer'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
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$87,802
Average $97,430/year
$110,090
$7,317
Average $8,119/month
$9,174
$1,689
Average $1,874/week
$2,117
$42
Average $47/hour
$53
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $110,090 $9,174 $2,117 $53
Average $97,430 $8,119 $1,874 $47
25th Percentile $87,802 $7,317 $1,689 $42

Most common benefits for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer

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

Common company salaries for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer

Here are companies hiring for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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