Insurance Underwriters Jobs Pay in Lafayette, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$46.53
45.4%Above national average
Range: $44.31 – $48.74
Average Annual Pay
$96,773
45.4%Above national average
Range: $92,165 – $101,381
How much do Insurance Underwriters make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$39.55/hr
Range: $37.66 – $41.43
Annual Rate
$82,257
Range: $78,340 – $86,174
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$46.53/hr
Range: $44.31 – $48.74
Annual Rate
$96,773
Range: $92,165 – $101,381
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$53.51/hr
Range: $50.96 – $56.05
Annual Rate
$111,289
Range: $105,990 – $116,588
Insurance Underwriters job description
Insurance Underwriters professionals manage financial operations, analyze data, and provide guidance on financial matters. They help organizations and individuals make informed financial decisions.
Responsibilities
- •Analyze financial data and reports
- •Prepare financial statements
- •Manage accounts and transactions
- •Ensure regulatory compliance
- •Provide financial advice
- •Monitor budgets and forecasts
Skills
- •Financial analysis
- •Accounting principles
- •Excel and financial software
- •Attention to detail
- •Communication skills
- •Problem-solving
Qualifications
- •Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting
- •Professional certifications (CPA, CFA)
- •Experience in financial services
- •Strong analytical skills
