Insurance Claims Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Insurance Claims Associate make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Insurance Claims Associate in the United States is $43,311 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Insurance Claims Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,517
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,684 to $47,606
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,471
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Insurance Claims Associate Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
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75th Percentile $47,606 $3,967 $916 $23
Average $43,311 $3,609 $833 $21
25th Percentile $38,684 $3,224 $744 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Insurance Claims Associate Salaries

An Insurance Claims Associate'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 Insurance Claims Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Insurance Claims Associate'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): $42,219
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,347
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $43,975
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,893
  • Expert (over 8 years): $46,031
Levels Salary
Entry Level Insurance Claims Associate$42,219
Intermediate Level Insurance Claims Associate$42,347
Senior Level Insurance Claims Associate$43,975
Specialist Level Insurance Claims Associate$45,893
Expert Level Insurance Claims Associate$46,031
$42,219 0 yr
$42,347 < 2 yrs
$43,975 2-4 yrs
$45,893 5-8 yrs
$46,031 > 8 yrs
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How Do Insurance Claims Associate 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 Insurance Claims Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $47,954.
  • California: $47,772.
  • Massachusetts: $47,135.

Top Paying Cities for Insurance Claims Associates

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: $54,628
  • San Francisco: $54,030
  • Oakland: $52,892

What Skills Can Increase an Insurance Claims Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Problem Solving (Mentioned in 5.01% Job Postings): Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.
  • Welding (Mentioned in 3.31% Job Postings): Welding is a fabrication or sculptural process that joins materials, usually metals or thermoplastics, by using high heat to melt the parts together and allowing them to cool causing fusion. Welding is distinct from lower temperature metal-joining techniques such as brazing and soldering, which do not melt the base metal. In addition to melting the base metal, a filler material is typically added to the joint to form a pool of molten material (the weld pool) that cools to form a joint that, based on weld configuration (butt, full penetration, fillet, etc.), can be stronger than the base material (parent metal). Pressure may also be used in conjunction with heat, or by itself, to produce a weld. Welding also requires a form of shield to protect the filler metals or melted metals from being contaminated or oxidized. Many different energy sources can be used for welding, including a gas flame (chemical), an electric arc (electrical), a laser, an electron beam, friction, and ultrasound. While often an industrial process, welding may be performed in many different environments, including in open air, under water, and in outer space. Welding is a hazardous undertaking and precautions are required to avoid burns, electric shock, vision damage, inhalation of poisonous gases and fumes, and exposure to intense ultraviolet radiation.
  • Preventative Maintenance (Mentioned in 1.85% Job Postings): Developing and implementing maintenance strategies to increase equipment life expectancy and avoid unplanned downtime.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Problem Solving 5.01%
Welding 3.31%
Preventative Maintenance 1.85%
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 Insurance Claims Associate's salary.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Customer Service: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Written Communication
$48,508
12%
Flexibility
$46,343
7%
Customer Service
$45,910
6%
Hydraulics
$45,477
5%
Initiative
$45,044
4%
Time Management
$45,044
4%
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Insurance Claims Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Insurance Claims Associate 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 MFG Nondurable and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Insurance Claims Associate positions in Software & Networking or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Insurance Claims Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Insurance Claims Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable$56,304$27.030%
Aerospace & Defense$51,973$25.020%
Energy & Utilities$47,642$23.010%

How Education impacts an Insurance Claims Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Insurance Claims Associates enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Insurance Claims Associate with a No Diploma is between $41,277 and $44,367).

Insurance Claims Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Insurance Claims Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 71.4%
High School 71.4%
Associates 14.3%
Bachelors 14.3%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Insurance Claims Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Insurance Claims Associate'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

Salary Trends for Insurance Claims Associate

Salaries for an Insurance Claims Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $41,272 in 2023 to around $41,308 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Insurance Claims Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Insurance Claims Associate Over Time

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$41,421
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