Occupation ยท SOC 43-9041
Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of insurance claims and policy processing clerks can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 229,070 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $48,450 ($23.29 an hour).
US employment
229,070
Median annual wage
$48,450
Mean annual wage
$51,980
Median hourly wage
$23.29
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Washington$59,190
- New Jersey$58,010
- New Hampshire$57,830
- New York$57,620
- District of Columbia$57,510
Top 5 after cost of living
- Oklahoma$55,660
- New Hampshire$55,520
- Washington$55,310
- Connecticut$54,970
- North Dakota$54,770
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks | $49,130 | $680 (+1.4%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $49,210 | $760 (+1.6%) | 3 | Some college, no degree |
| Brokerage Clerks | $62,940 | $14,490 (+29.9%) | 3 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $76,790 | $28,340 (+58.5%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Insurance Sales Agents | $60,370 | $11,920 (+24.6%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Insurance Underwriters | $79,880 | $31,430 (+64.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas28,160
- 2. California25,360
- 3. Florida17,010
- 4. Ohio11,680
- 5. Georgia10,040
- 6. Illinois9,160
- 7. Tennessee8,810
- 8. Arizona8,240
- 9. New York7,480
- 10. North Carolina7,110
States that pay the most
- 1. Washington$59,190
- 2. New Jersey$58,010
- 3. New Hampshire$57,830
- 4. New York$57,620
- 5. District of Columbia$57,510
- 6. Connecticut$56,950
- 7. Massachusetts$56,400
- 8. Colorado$55,030
- 9. California$54,120
- 10. Minnesota$53,570
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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