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Government Mortgage Underwriter

Average Government Mortgage Underwriter Salary

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$80,414
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$56k
MEDIAN
$80k
90%
$112k

The average salary for a Government Mortgage Underwriter is $80,414 in 2025

Base Salary
$56k - $112k
Bonus
$2k - $20k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $10k
Commission
$4k - $30k
Total Pay
$54k - $120k
Based on 1,779 salary profiles (last updated Aug 03 2022)
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4.1 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Government Mortgage Underwriter

Medical
88%
Dental
82%
Vision
77%
None
11%

Gender Breakdown for Government Mortgage Underwriters

Female
61.7%
Male
36.9%
Prefer to self-define
1.5%
This data is based on 1,090 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Government Mortgage Underwriters

What is the highest pay for Government Mortgage Underwriters?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Government Mortgage Underwriter is $112k / year

What is the lowest pay for Government Mortgage Underwriters?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Government Mortgage Underwriter is $56k / year

How can Government Mortgage Underwriters increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Government Mortgage Underwriter is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Government Mortgage Underwriter that oversees more junior Government Mortgage Underwriters, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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