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Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salary in the United States

How much does a Claims Processing Manager, Sr. make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Processing Manager, Sr. in the United States is $148,983 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

However, a Claims Processing Manager, Sr.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,570
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,893 to $163,423
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,065
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Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $163,423 $13,619 $3,143 $79
Average $148,983 $12,415 $2,865 $72
25th Percentile $134,893 $11,241 $2,594 $65
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Key Factors That Influence Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salaries

A Claims Processing Manager, Sr.'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 Processing Manager, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Claims Processing Manager, Sr.'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 Administration Supervisor II (3-5 years): $100,729
  • Claims Examinations/Adjustments Manager (5+ years): $127,605
  • Claims Processing Manager, Sr. (5+ years): $148,969
  • Claims Service and Operations Director (5+ years): $183,394
  • Vice President of Claims (5+ years): $214,178
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Claims Administration Supervisor II3-5 years$100,729
Claims Examinations/Adjustments Manager5+ years$127,605
Claims Processing Manager, Sr.5+ years$148,969
Claims Service and Operations Director5+ years$183,394
Vice President of Claims5+ years$214,178
$100,729 Claims Ad...
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How Do Claims Processing Manager, Sr. 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 Processing Manager, Sr.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $164,953.
  • California: $164,333.
  • Massachusetts: $162,143.

Top Paying Cities for Claims Processing Manager, Sr.s

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: $187,913
  • San Francisco: $185,853
  • Oakland: $181,943

What Skills Can Increase a Claims Processing Manager, Sr.'s Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Risk Management (Mentioned in 7.65% Job Postings): Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on objectives) followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities. Risks can come from various sources including uncertainty in financial markets, threats from project failures (at any phase in design, development, production, or sustainment life-cycles), legal liabilities, credit risk, accidents, natural causes and disasters, deliberate attack from an adversary, or events of uncertain or unpredictable root-cause. There are two types of events i.e. negative events can be classified as risks while positive events are classified as opportunities. Several risk management standards have been developed including the Project Management Institute, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, actuarial societies, and ISO standards. Methods, definitions and goals vary widely according to whether the risk management method is in the context of project management, security, engineering, industrial processes, financial portfolios, actuarial assessments, or public health and safety.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 2.35% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Claims Management (Mentioned in 1.76% Job Postings): Claims Management means the process of identifying, controlling and resolving demands by individuals or public entities to recover losses from any Member of the Association.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Risk Management 7.65%
Billing 2.35%
Claims Management 1.76%
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 Processing Manager, Sr.'s salary.
  • Management Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Business Administration: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Effective Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Management Skills
$175,800
18%
Business Administration
$166,861
12%
Effective Communication
$163,881
10%
Initiative
$159,412
7%
Risk Management Information System
$159,412
7%
Billing
$159,412
7%
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Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Claims Processing Manager, Sr. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $163,484. While startup companies pay approximate $138,398.

Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$138,398
Growth Stage51~500$146,340
Established501~5000$157,915
Enterprise5000+$163,484

Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Claims Processing Manager, Sr. roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Claims Processing Manager, Sr. positions in Retail & Wholesale or Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Claims Processing Manager, Sr. as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Claims Processing Manager, Sr.

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$193,678$93.030%
Business Services$178,780$86.020%
Energy & Utilities$163,881$79.010%

Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Processing Manager, Sr.'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 Processing Manager, Sr. Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Claims Processing Manager, Sr., the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Claims Service and Operations Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $183,400 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Claims Processing Manager, Sr.

Salaries for a Claims Processing Manager, Sr. can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $137,569 in 2023 to around $132,836 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Claims Processing Manager, Sr. salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Claims Processing Manager, Sr. Over Time

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$137,569
2024
$134,671
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2024 $134,671
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