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Residential Mortgage Loan Originator

Average Residential Mortgage Loan Originator Salary

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$44,939
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$29k
MEDIAN
$45k
90%
$89k

The average salary for a Residential Mortgage Loan Originator is $44,939 in 2025

Base Salary
$29k - $89k
Bonus
$1k - $38k
Profit Sharing
$497 - $20k
Commission
$2k - $103k
Total Pay
$30k - $99k
Based on 378 salary profiles (last updated Jul 08 2020)
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4.2 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Residential Mortgage Loan Originator

Medical
77%
Dental
64%
Vision
57%
None
22%

Gender Breakdown for Residential Mortgage Loan Originators

Female
55.1%
Male
44.9%
This data is based on 196 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Residential Mortgage Loan Originators

What is the highest pay for Residential Mortgage Loan Originators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Residential Mortgage Loan Originator is $89k / year

What is the lowest pay for Residential Mortgage Loan Originators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Residential Mortgage Loan Originator is $29k / year

How can Residential Mortgage Loan Originators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Residential Mortgage Loan Originator 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 Residential Mortgage Loan Originator that oversees more junior Residential Mortgage Loan Originators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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