Loan Officers

SOC: 13-2072 O*NET: 13-2072.00
Median Salary
$74,180
per year
Job Growth
➑️ 1.7%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
20.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, loan underwriters, and payday loan officers.

Overview

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, loan underwriters, and payday loan officers.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Distribution by Percentile

Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.

10th
$44,508
25th
$59,344
50th (Median)
$74,180
75th
$89,016
90th
$111,270

Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.

Typical Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

  • βœ“Health Insurance
  • βœ“Dental Insurance
  • βœ“Vision Insurance
  • βœ“Mental Health Support
  • βœ“Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

  • βœ“401(k) Retirement Plan
  • βœ“Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
  • βœ“Profit Sharing
  • βœ“Stock Options
  • βœ“Performance Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

  • βœ“Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
  • βœ“Paid Sick Leave
  • βœ“Flexible Work Arrangements
  • βœ“Remote Work Options
  • βœ“Parental Leave

Professional Development

  • βœ“Tuition Reimbursement
  • βœ“Professional Certifications
  • βœ“Conference Attendance
  • βœ“Training Programs
  • βœ“Mentorship Opportunities

Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.

Job Market Intelligence

Job Market Intelligence

Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:301,400

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:+1.7%
Annual Openings:20,300

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)301,400
Current
2034 (Projected)306,500
+1.7%
+5,000
Employment Change
+1.7%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: More slowly than average

Key Growth Factors

    Standard growth expectations for this occupation

    Top Skills

    βœ“
    Speaking
    Speaking
    βœ“
    Active Listening
    Active Listening
    βœ“
    Judgment and Decision Making
    Judgment and Decision Making
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    Reading Comprehension
    Reading Comprehension
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    Critical Thinking
    Critical Thinking
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    Writing
    Writing
    βœ“
    Complex Problem Solving
    Complex Problem Solving
    βœ“
    Mathematics
    Mathematics
    βœ“
    Social Perceptiveness
    Social Perceptiveness
    βœ“
    Active Learning
    Active Learning

    Key Knowledge Areas

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    Customer and Personal Service
    βœ“
    Economics and Accounting
    βœ“
    English Language
    βœ“
    Mathematics
    βœ“
    Sales and Marketing
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    Law and Government
    βœ“
    Administration and Management

    Education & Training

    Education Required

    Bachelor's degree or higher

    Experience Required

    A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed

    Job Training

    Significant preparation with related work experience