Whether you’re just starting out as an MLO or aiming to grow your mortgage career, understanding compensation & market trends is essential. The 2026 Mortgage Loan Officer Salary Report and Industry Outlook breaks down real data, market insights, and future opportunities to help you plan your next move with confidence.
What's inside:
- Current Compensation Benchmarks: See what MLOs are earning across experience levels, regions, and channels.
- Trends Shaping 2026: Learn how shifting interest rates, market recovery, and housing inventory changes are influencing pay and job stability.
- Key Drivers of Earning Growth: Discover how experience, referral networks, and education impact compensation.
- Market Outlook: Understand which channels (i.e retail, wholesale, etc.) are showing the most optimism for pay growth.
- Professional Development Insights: See why 98% of MLOs say education and training positively impact career growth, and how continuing education can be your advantage.
This report offers actionable data and strategic insights to help you benchmark your salary, recruit top talent, or plan your next career move with confidence as you navigate the changing mortgage landscape... not just survive it.
