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Claims Representative III Salary in the United States

How much does a Claims Representative III make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Representative III in the United States is $52,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Claims Representative III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,770
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,000 to $57,400
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,812
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Claims Representative III Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $57,400 $4,783 $1,104 $28
Average $52,600 $4,383 $1,012 $25
25th Percentile $48,000 $4,000 $923 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Claims Representative III Salaries

A Claims Representative III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Claims Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Claims Representative III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Claims Representative I (0-1 years): $37,303
  • Claims Representative II (1-3 years): $47,271
  • Claims Representative III (3-5 years): $52,594
  • Claims Representative Supervisor (5+ years): $74,656
  • Claims Service Manager (5+ years): $103,938
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Claims Representative I0-1 years$37,303
Claims Representative II1-3 years$47,271
Claims Representative III3-5 years$52,594
Claims Representative Supervisor5+ years$74,656
Claims Service Manager5+ years$103,938
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How Do Claims Representative III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Claims Representative IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $58,300.
  • California: $58,100.
  • Massachusetts: $57,300.

Top Paying Cities for Claims Representative IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $66,400
  • San Francisco: $65,700
  • Oakland: $64,300

What Skills Can Increase a Claims Representative III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.65% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Underwriting (Mentioned in 2.64% Job Postings): Underwriting services are provided by some large financial institutions, such as banks, or insurance or investment houses, whereby they guarantee payment in case of damage or financial loss and accept the financial risk for liability arising from such guarantee. An underwriting arrangement may be created in a number of situations including insurance, issue of securities in a public offering, and bank lending, among others. The person or institution that agrees to sell a minimum number of securities of the company for commission is called the underwriter. The name derives from the Lloyd's of London insurance market. Financial bankers, who would accept some of the risk on a given venture (historically a sea voyage with associated risks of shipwreck) in exchange for a premium, would literally write their names under the risk information that was written on a Lloyd's slip created for this purpose.
  • Product Knowledge (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Product knowledge is the ability to communicate information and answer questions about a product or service. It is considered an important knowledge area for any role that puts you in front of customers, investors or the media.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.65%
Underwriting 2.64%
Product Knowledge 1.47%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Claims Representative III's salary.
  • Attention to Detail: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Attention to Detail
$67,328
28%
Time Management
$62,068
18%
Presentation
$56,282
7%
Customer Service
$55,756
6%
Claim Reviews
$55,230
5%
Collective Bargaining
$54,704
4%
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Claims Representative III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Claims Representative III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $56,849. While startup companies pay approximate $48,179.

Claims Representative III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$48,179
Growth Stage51~500$50,935
Established501~5000$54,925
Enterprise5000+$56,849

Claims Representative III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Claims Representative III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Claims Representative positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Claims Representative III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Claims Representative III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$78,900$38.050%
Financial Services$68,380$33.030%

Claims Representative III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Representative III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Claims Representative III Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Claims Representative III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Claims Representative Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $74,700 - a projected growth of 42% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Claims Representative III

Salaries for a Claims Representative III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,929 in 2023 to around $45,465 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Claims Representative III salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Claims Representative III Over Time

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$45,929
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$45,921
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2023 $45,929
2024 $45,921
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