Underwriter V Salary in the United States

How much does an Underwriter V make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Underwriter V in the United States is $68 as of May 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $58 and $80. 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.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

Job Description

Reviews and analyzes risk characteristics on insurance applications, renewals, and change requests. Utilizes underwriting guidelines, rules, standards, and levels of authority to accept, reject, or mitigate risk for applications and determine appropriate premiums, limits, and coverages. Calculates renewal rates. Ensures that underwriting activities comply with all industry and governmental regulations. May coordinate with field agents to collect or clarify information or decisions. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)

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77
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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Underwriting Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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