How much does a bank lender make?

For loan officers at banks, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median annual wage of $76,690 as of May 2025, and about 80% of loan officers work in credit intermediation, which includes banks, savings institutions, and mortgage companies. Large banks typically pay loan officers a base salary plus a small bonus tied to the loan amount, rather than a commission based on total fees charged on the loan.

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