How much does a mortgage agent make?

Federal wage data covers this role under the title "loan officer." The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median annual wage of $76,690 for loan officers as of May 2025, with the lowest 10% earning under $39,430 and the highest 10% earning over $153,180. Pay is usually a salary, a commission, or a combination of the two.

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