Claims Resolution Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Claims Resolution Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Resolution Specialist in the United States is $72,191 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,708
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,961 to $77,172
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,289
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Claims Resolution Specialist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $77,172 $6,431 $1,484 $37
Average $72,191 $6,016 $1,388 $35
25th Percentile $65,961 $5,497 $1,268 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Claims Resolution Specialist Salaries

A Claims Resolution Specialist'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.

Top Paying Cities for Claims Resolution Specialists

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: $91,054
  • San Francisco: $90,057
  • Oakland: $88,159

What Skills Can Increase a Claims Resolution Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 16.43% 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.
  • Claims Management (Mentioned in 1.86% 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.
  • Underwriting (Mentioned in 0.86% 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.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 16.43%
Claims Management 1.86%
Underwriting 0.86%
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 Resolution Specialist's salary.
  • Customer Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Medical Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Customer Communications
$77,966
8%
Medical Management
$75,800
5%
Business Development
$75,800
5%
Insurance Industry
$75,078
4%
Presentation
$75,078
4%
Accounting
$75,078
4%
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Claims Resolution Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Claims Resolution Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Claims Resolution Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Claims Resolution Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Claims Resolution Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$93,848$45.030%
Insurance$90,238$43.025%
Financial Services$86,629$42.020%
Healthcare$79,410$38.010%

How Education impacts a Claims Resolution Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Claims Resolution Specialists enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Claims Resolution Specialist with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $67,943 and $72,294).

Claims Resolution Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Claims Resolution Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 12.7%
Associates 8.1%
Bachelors 70.2%
Masters 6.7%
Doctorate 2.0%
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Claims Resolution Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Resolution Specialist'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Claims Resolution Specialist

Salaries for a Claims Resolution Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $64,911 in 2023 to around $64,500 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Claims Resolution Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Claims Resolution Specialist Over Time

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2023
$64,911
2024
$64,783
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FAQ about Claims Resolution Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Claims Resolution Specialist?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Claims Resolution Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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