Claims Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Claims Administrator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Administrator in the United States is $86,739 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,688
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,584 to $95,611
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,981
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Claims Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $95,611 $7,968 $1,839 $46
Average $86,739 $7,228 $1,668 $42
25th Percentile $80,584 $6,715 $1,550 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Claims Administrator Salaries

A Claims Administrator'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 Administrators

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: $109,403
  • San Francisco: $108,205
  • Oakland: $105,925

What Skills Can Increase a Claims Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 15.43% 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 2.85% 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.
  • Insurance Industry (Mentioned in 1.93% Job Postings): The insurance industry comprises companies and people who develop insurance policies, and sell, administrate, and regulate them.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 15.43%
Claims Management 2.85%
Insurance Industry 1.93%
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 Administrator's salary.
  • Customer Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Risk Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Customer Communications
$96,280
11%
Initiative
$91,943
6%
Risk Management
$91,943
6%
Knowledge of Claims
$91,075
5%
Agility
$91,075
5%
Conflict Management
$91,075
5%
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Claims Administrator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Claims Administrator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Claims Administrator positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Claims Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Claims Administrator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$108,423$52.025%
Energy & Utilities$104,086$50.020%
Financial Services$95,412$46.010%
Business Services$91,075$44.05%

How Education impacts a Claims Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Claims Administrators enter the field with a Associate'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 a Claims Administrator with a Associate's Degree is between $83,409 and $88,881).

Claims Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Claims Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 13.4%
Associates 8.4%
Bachelors 62.2%
Masters 10.8%
Doctorate 4.5%
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Claims Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Administrator'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 Administrator

Salaries for a Claims Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $80,648 in 2023 to around $80,704 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Claims Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Claims Administrator Over Time

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2023
$80,648
2024
$81,428
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2024 $81,428
2025 $80,704
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FAQ about Claims Administrator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Claims Administrator?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Claims Administrator roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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