Appeals Representative Salary in the United States

How much does an Appeals Representative make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Appeals Representative in the United States is $53,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,077
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,207 to $57,821
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,621
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Appeals Representative Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $57,821 $4,818 $1,112 $28
Average $53,145 $4,429 $1,022 $26
25th Percentile $49,207 $4,101 $946 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Appeals Representative Salaries

An Appeals Representative'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Appeals Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Appeals Representative'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): $53,419
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $59,980
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,572
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,336
  • Expert (over 8 years): $132,860
Levels Salary
Appeals R... Level Appeals Representative$53,419
Appeal Re... Level Appeals Representative$59,980
Appeal Re... Level Appeals Representative$75,572
Appeal Re... Level Appeals Representative$99,336
Appeal Re... Level Appeals Representative$132,860
$53,419 0 yr
$59,980 < 2 yrs
$75,572 2-4 yrs
$99,336 5-8 yrs
$132,860 > 8 yrs
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How Do Appeals Representative 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 Appeals Representatives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $58,842.
  • California: $58,619.
  • Massachusetts: $57,838.

Top Paying Cities for Appeals Representatives

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: $67,032
  • San Francisco: $66,373
  • Oakland: $64,901

What Skills Can Increase an Appeals Representative's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 9.36% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 5.71% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.87% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 9.36%
Billing 5.71%
Data Entry 1.87%
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 an Appeals Representative's salary.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Utilization Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Presentation
$60,054
13%
Coordination
$59,523
12%
Utilization Management
$59,523
12%
Employee Recognition
$58,460
10%
Medical Management
$57,928
9%
Flexibility
$57,397
8%
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How Education impacts an Appeals Representative's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Appeals Representatives enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Appeals Representative with a Bachelor's Degree is between $50,406 and $53,218).

Appeals Representative Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Appeals Representative
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.3%
High School 21.1%
Associates 26.3%
Bachelors 42.1%
Masters 5.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Appeals Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Appeals Representative'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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Appeals Representative

Salaries for an Appeals Representative can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $47,304 in 2023 to around $47,533 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Appeals Representative salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Appeals Representative Over Time

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$47,868
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2024 $47,868
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