What is the average hourly wage for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks?

The median hourly wage for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks is $21.21 per hour. This translates to approximately $44,110 per year working full-time.

What states pay Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks the most?

Salaries for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a insurance claims and policy processing clerk?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$44,110

$21.21 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$23,378 - $75,869

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

284,740

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks Salary by Percentile

$23,378 $75,869

10th pct Median: $44,110 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$23,378	$11.24
25th Percentile	$31,759	$15.27
50th (Median)	$44,110	$21.21
75th Percentile	$60,872	$29.27
90th (Top Earners)	$75,869	$36.48
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$58,225	$27.99
2	California (CA)	$55,138	$26.51
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$53,814	$25.87
4	New York (NY)	$53,814	$25.87
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$52,932	$25.45
6	Connecticut (CT)	$52,050	$25.02
7	Maryland (MD)	$52,050	$25.02
8	Hawaii (HI)	$50,726	$24.39
9	Alaska (AK)	$49,403	$23.75
10	Washington (WA)	$49,403	$23.75
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks

Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks

Projected Growth

-2%

2022-2032

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Annual Job Openings

1,619,300

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks make?

The median annual salary for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks is $44,110 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $23,378, while the top 10% earn $75,869 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks?

Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $21.21 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $44,110 annually.

Is Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $44,110, Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.