Insurance Underwriters Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $129,950 +62.7% vs national
Median hourly $62.47
10th percentile $92,840
90th percentile $129,950
Employed locally 90
National median $79,880

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $92,840
    25th
    $129,950
    50th (median)
    $129,950
    75th
    $129,950
    90th
    $129,950

    Top-paying metros for Insurance Underwriters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vermont $106,790
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $106,790
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $106,380
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $103,270
    District of Columbia $100,660
    Massachusetts $100,050

    Related occupations in Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $65,990
    Accountants and Auditors $66,080
    Management Analysts $71,950
    Human Resources Specialists $65,850
    Project Management Specialists $80,140
    Training and Development Specialists $69,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Insurance Underwriters make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Insurance Underwriters in Southwest Maine is $62.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.47 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Insurance Underwriters salaries?

    The median Insurance Underwriters salary in Southwest Maine is 62.7% above the national median of $79,880. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Insurance Underwriters in Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Insurance Underwriters (10th percentile) earn around $92,840 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $129,950.