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Underwriter Salary in Columbus, Ohio

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$70,337/ year

Median Underwriter in Columbus, OH

$40,869
10th
$49,840
25th
$70,337
Median
$96,120
75th
$117,266
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$70,337
Total compensation (est.)
$80,888
Bonus range
$2,800 – $12,960
Mean salary
$74,557

How This Compares

Columbus, OH median
$70,337
Ohio median
$80,611-12.7%
National median
$79,030-11.0%

Cost of living in Columbus is 11% below the national average. Salary of $70,337 here is equivalent to $79,030 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$50,643-28.0%
3-5 years
$64,007-9.0%
6-10 years
$78,777+12.0%
10+ years
$97,065+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$61,897-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$70,337
Enterprise (5,000+)
$82,998+18.0%

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Underwriter Salaries in Nearby Cities

Cleveland, OH$67,176/yr
Cincinnati, OH$67,966/yr
Toledo, OH$79,030/yr
Akron, OH$79,030/yr
Dayton, OH$79,030/yr

Related Jobs in Columbus

Financial Analyst$88,119/yr
Accountant$71,093/yr
CPA$71,093/yr
Investment Banker$88,119/yr
Financial Advisor$88,626/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$34/hr
Monthly gross$5,861/mo
25th percentile$49,840/yr
75th percentile$96,120/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Ohio Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.5%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Underwriter salary in Columbus?

The median Underwriter salary in Columbus is $70,337 per year, with a range from $49,840 at the 25th percentile to $96,120 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Underwriter pay in Columbus compare to the national average?

Underwriter salaries in Columbus are 11% below the national median of $79,030. After adjusting for Columbus's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $79,030 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Underwriter salaries in Columbus?

In Columbus, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Underwriter roles start around $40,869, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $117,266 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Columbus a good place for Underwriter jobs?

Columbus offers a Underwriter median of $70,337, which is 11% below the US median of $79,030. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Columbus is 11% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Underwriter salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Underwriter in Columbus is $96,120, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.