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The average salary for a Loan Reviewer in the United States is approximately $31,175 annually or $15 per hour. This figure represents a general estimate; actual salaries can differ significantly based on various factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and the specific employer.
Entry-level loan reviewers typically earn less, while those with several years of experience can expect higher compensation. For instance, loan reviewers with 5-10 years of experience may earn upwards of $40,000 annually. Additionally, specialized roles or those in high-demand areas may command even higher salaries.
Many loan reviewers advance to senior positions or transition into related fields, such as underwriting or loan processing, where salaries can exceed $50,000 per year. Understanding the salary landscape and growth potential in this role can guide your career decisions effectively.
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| Experience level | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level loan reviewer | $20,300 | $9.75 |
| Mid-level loan reviewer | $33,400 | $16.04 |
| Senior-level loan reviewer | $59,500 | $28.63 |
The highest-paying states for loan reviewers are Washington, South Dakota, and Hawaii. The lowest average loan reviewer salary states are Nevada, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Dakota | $40,088 | $19.27 |
| 2 | Minnesota | $36,552 | $17.57 |
| 3 | Wyoming | $35,703 | $17.16 |
| 4 | Maine | $36,014 | $17.31 |
| 5 | North Dakota | $34,818 | $16.74 |
| 6 | Washington | $40,556 | $19.50 |
| 7 | Montana | $36,936 | $17.76 |
| 8 | Hawaii | $38,201 | $18.37 |
| 9 | Iowa | $34,479 | $16.58 |
| 10 | Arkansas | $35,917 | $17.27 |
| 11 | New Mexico | $37,815 | $18.18 |
| 12 | Rhode Island | $33,122 | $15.92 |
| 13 | Wisconsin | $35,248 | $16.95 |
| 14 | Michigan | $33,532 | $16.12 |
| 15 | Delaware | $32,530 | $15.64 |
| 16 | Oregon | $35,358 | $17.00 |
| 17 | Illinois | $32,554 | $15.65 |
| 18 | Nebraska | $34,706 | $16.69 |
| 19 | Texas | $31,932 | $15.35 |
| 20 | Vermont | $33,260 | $15.99 |
| 21 | Maryland | $33,922 | $16.31 |
| 22 | Florida | $30,627 | $14.72 |
| 23 | Colorado | $31,100 | $14.95 |
| 24 | Alaska | $32,769 | $15.75 |
| 25 | Massachusetts | $33,640 | $16.17 |
| 26 | Ohio | $29,158 | $14.02 |
| 27 | California | $33,775 | $16.24 |
| 28 | Idaho | $29,995 | $14.42 |
| 29 | Missouri | $28,749 | $13.82 |
| 30 | Kentucky | $28,618 | $13.76 |
| 31 | Kansas | $29,314 | $14.09 |
| 32 | South Carolina | $28,615 | $13.76 |
| 33 | New York | $32,076 | $15.42 |
| 34 | West Virginia | $28,848 | $13.87 |
| 35 | Oklahoma | $29,433 | $14.15 |
| 36 | District of Columbia | $31,313 | $15.05 |
| 37 | New Hampshire | $30,553 | $14.69 |
| 38 | Utah | $26,716 | $12.84 |
| 39 | Connecticut | $30,525 | $14.68 |
| 40 | Alabama | $27,098 | $13.03 |
| 41 | Georgia | $28,288 | $13.60 |
| 42 | Arizona | $24,246 | $11.66 |
| 43 | Tennessee | $25,666 | $12.34 |
| 44 | Nevada | $25,840 | $12.42 |
| 45 | New Jersey | $26,543 | $12.76 |
| 46 | Mississippi | $25,649 | $12.33 |
| 47 | Pennsylvania | $26,347 | $12.67 |
| 48 | North Carolina | $25,695 | $12.35 |
| 49 | Indiana | $24,865 | $11.95 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $25,846 | $12.43 |
| 51 | Virginia | $26,348 | $12.67 |
The highest-paying cities for loan reviewers are Olympia, WA, Helena, MT, and Minneapolis, MN.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olympia, WA | $40,818 | $19.62 |
| 2 | Helena, MT | $37,093 | $17.83 |
| 3 | Minneapolis, MN | $36,552 | $17.57 |
| 4 | Little Rock, AR | $35,804 | $17.21 |
| 5 | Madison, WI | $35,070 | $16.86 |
| 6 | Bismarck, ND | $34,825 | $16.74 |
| 7 | Cheyenne, WY | $34,752 | $16.71 |
| 8 | Lincoln, NE | $34,501 | $16.59 |
| 9 | Des Moines, IA | $34,334 | $16.51 |
| 10 | Annapolis, MD | $33,932 | $16.31 |
| 11 | Boston, MA | $33,672 | $16.19 |
| 12 | Lansing, MI | $33,595 | $16.15 |
| 13 | Providence, RI | $33,153 | $15.94 |
| 14 | El Monte, CA | $33,148 | $15.94 |
| 15 | Albany, NY | $32,433 | $15.59 |
| 16 | Dover, DE | $32,393 | $15.57 |
| 17 | Austin, TX | $31,923 | $15.35 |
| 18 | Juneau, AK | $31,715 | $15.25 |
| 19 | Pensacola, FL | $31,591 | $15.19 |
| 20 | Hartford, CT | $30,636 | $14.73 |
A loan reviewer's salary ranges from $24,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $39,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| 75th Percentile | $35,000 | $2,917 | $17 |
| Average | $31,175 | $2,598 | $15 |
| 25th Percentile | $27,000 | $2,250 | $13 |
| 10th Percentile | $24,000 | $2,000 | $12 |
The highest paying types of loan reviewers are senior underwriter, mortgage underwriter, and consumer loan underwriter.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortgage Consultant | $38,934 | $3,245 | $18.72 | 24,057 |
| Mortgage Underwriter | $55,721 | $4,643 | $26.79 | 9,260 |
| Closer | $29,291 | $2,441 | $14.08 | 7,560 |
| Consumer Loan Underwriter | $53,525 | $4,460 | $25.73 | 17,495 |
| Mortgage Loan Processor | $43,594 | $3,633 | $20.96 | 16,276 |
| Loan Analyst | $37,857 | $3,155 | $18.20 | 24,756 |
Top companies hiring loan reviewers now:
Loan reviewer salaries at Citizens Alliance and Citi are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average loan reviewer salary at companies like Signature Bank and Randstad North America, Inc. are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citizens Alliance | $36,156 | $17.38 |
| 2 | Citi | $35,311 | $16.98 |
| 3 | Signature Bank | $32,986 | $15.86 |
| 4 | Randstad North America, Inc. | $31,931 | $15.35 |
| 5 | COMMUNITY BANCORP INC | $31,668 | $15.22 |
| 6 | First Financial Northwest Bank | $31,656 | $15.22 |
| 7 | First Guaranty Bank | $31,618 | $15.20 |
| 8 | Management Recruiters International(MRI) | $31,618 | $15.20 |
| 9 | Robert Half | $31,136 | $14.97 |
| 10 | Kelly Services | $30,885 | $14.85 |
The average loan reviewer salary has risen by $2,890 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average loan reviewer earned $28,285 annually, but today, they earn $31,175 a year. That works out to a 0% change in pay for loan reviewers over the last decade.
Compare loan reviewer salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare loan reviewer salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,200 | $14.99 | +1.1% |
| 2024 | $30,800 | $14.83 | +0.4% |
| 2023 | $30,700 | $14.77 | -2.6% |
| 2022 | $31,500 | $15.15 | +1.6% |
| 2021 | $31,000 | $14.92 | +0.3% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First American Financial | Loan File Reviewer-Hybrid Opportunity | Dallas, TX | 05/15/2025 | $43,243 |
| First American Financial | Loan File Reviewer-Hybrid Opportunity | Dallas, TX | 04/29/2025 | $43,243 |
| First American Financial | Loan File Reviewer-Hybrid Opportunity | Dallas, TX | 03/28/2025 | $43,243 |
| First American Financial | Loan File Reviewer-Hybrid Opportunity | Dallas, TX | 11/25/2024 | $47,584 |
| U.S. Bank | Lending Services Syndicated Loan Quality Reviewer | Oshkosh, WI | 09/14/2024 | $61,400 |
| First American | Loan File Reviewer (Hybrid/Remote Possible) | Dallas, TX | 09/11/2024 | $47,584 |
| U.S. Bank | Lending Services Syndicated Loan Quality Reviewer | Gresham, OR | 09/11/2024 | $61,400 |
| Akraya Inc. | Loan Reviewer | San Francisco, CA | 05/17/2024 | $62,610 |
| Randstad Us | Loan Reviewer | Des Moines, IA | 05/16/2024 | $38,610 |
| Randstad Us | Loan Reviewer | Des Moines, IA | 05/16/2024 | $38,610 |
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