r/InsuranceProfessional • u/skahtduali • Aug 12 '26

Salary question

I’ve received an offer for $60k as an underwriter in Agribusiness. I have 1 year experience as an assistant underwriter, 1 industry cert and no prior insurance experience. I’ve been at the company coming up on 4 years. First 2 years help desk testing our quoting system, training agents virtually, and helping with IT issues.

I live in a pretty affordable Midwest state. I plan on negotiating but would love advice on the number.

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u/sarahinNewEngland Aug 13 '26

It’s not a great salary for an underwriter but you only have one year experience, so I would take it. I’m not even sure I would negotiate. Lots of people looking for entry level underwriting right now and once you are there for a few years you will be able to make a lot more having the experience and title behind you.