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Underwriter Salary in Washington, District of Columbia

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

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$115,384/ year

Median Underwriter in Washington, DC

$67,043
10th
$81,760
25th
$115,384
Median
$157,680
75th
$192,370
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$115,384
Total compensation (est.)
$132,692
Bonus range
$2,800 – $12,960
Mean salary
$122,307

How This Compares

Washington, DC median
$115,384
District of Columbia median
$80,611+43.1%
National median
$79,030+46.0%

Cost of living in Washington is 46% above the national average. Salary of $115,384 here is equivalent to $79,030 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$83,076-28.0%
3-5 years
$104,999-9.0%
6-10 years
$129,230+12.0%
10+ years
$159,230+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$101,538-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$115,384
Enterprise (5,000+)
$136,153+18.0%

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Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$55/hr
Monthly gross$9,615/mo
25th percentile$81,760/yr
75th percentile$157,680/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

District of Columbia Unemployment

Dec 2025

6.7%+0.20

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 Washington?

The median Underwriter salary in Washington is $115,384 per year, with a range from $81,760 at the 25th percentile to $157,680 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

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

Underwriter salaries in Washington are 46% above the national median of $79,030. After adjusting for Washington'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 Washington?

In Washington, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Underwriter roles start around $67,043, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $192,370 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Washington a good place for Underwriter jobs?

Washington offers a Underwriter median of $115,384, which is 46% above the US median of $79,030. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Washington is 46% more expensive 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 Washington is $157,680, 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.