Claims Analyst I Salary in the United States

How much does a Claims Analyst I make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Analyst I in the United States is $37,224 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $42,626
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,029 to $40,051
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,030
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Claims Analyst I Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $40,051 $3,338 $770 $19
Average $37,224 $3,102 $716 $18
25th Percentile $35,029 $2,919 $674 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Claims Analyst I Salaries

A Claims Analyst I'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 Analyst I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Claims Analyst I'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $36,853
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $37,307
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,723
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,848
  • Expert (over 8 years): $37,931
Levels Salary
Entry Level Claims Analyst I$36,853
Intermediate Level Claims Analyst I$37,307
Senior Level Claims Analyst I$37,723
Specialist Level Claims Analyst I$37,848
Expert Level Claims Analyst I$37,931
$36,853 0 yr
$37,307 < 2 yrs
$37,723 2-4 yrs
$37,848 5-8 yrs
$37,931 > 8 yrs
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How Do Claims Analyst I 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 Analyst Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $41,214.
  • California: $41,058.
  • Massachusetts: $40,511.

Top Paying Cities for Claims Analyst Is

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: $46,951
  • San Francisco: $46,489
  • Oakland: $45,458

What Skills Can Increase a Claims Analyst I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 29.44% 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.
  • Customer Contact (Mentioned in 2.46% Job Postings): Customer Contact is the process of handling a query of the customer before, during, and after the purchase of any product or service.
  • Insurance Policies (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): insurance policies are a legal contract between the insurance company (the insurer) and the person(s), business, or entity being insured (the insured).
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 29.44%
Customer Contact 2.46%
Insurance Policies 1.43%
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 Analyst I's salary.
  • Gathering Information: Can increase your salary by up to 47%.
  • Pricing: Can increase your salary by up to 46%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 34%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Gathering Information
$54,719
47%
Pricing
$54,347
46%
Initiative
$49,880
34%
Insurance Products
$45,785
23%
Time Management
$45,413
22%
Analysis
$44,296
19%
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Claims Analyst I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Analyst I'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Claims Analyst I

Salaries for a Claims Analyst I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $38,188 in 2023 to around $37,038 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Claims Analyst I salary trends, .

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