The salary of a Claims Manager, Senior in the United States varies depending on several factors, including experience, location, education level, marketing trend and company sizes.
As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Claims Manager, Senior in the United States is $145,530. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $138,992 to $170,759, with most professionals earning between $133,039 and $193,729.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $170,759 | $14,230 | $3,284 | $82 |
| Average | $145,530 | $12,128 | $2,799 | $70 |
| 25th Percentile | $138,992 | $11,583 | $2,673 | $67 |
An entry-level Claims Manager, Senior with less than 1 year of experience earns about $143,090. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $143,383. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $143,871. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $144,554, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $151,931.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Claims Manager, Senior | $143,090 |
| Intermediate Level Claims Manager, Senior | $143,383 |
| Senior Level Claims Manager, Senior | $143,871 |
| Specialist Level Claims Manager, Senior | $144,554 |
| Expert Level Claims Manager, Senior | $151,931 |
| Entry Level | 2% |
| Mid Level | 1% |
| Senior Level | 1% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 4% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Claims Manager, Senior compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $137,569 in 2023 to approximately $134,671 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Claims Manager, Senior salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $145,530 | 74.0% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $11,133 | 5.7% | ||
| 401K/403B | $6,840 | 3.5% | ||
| Disability | $1,164 | 0.6% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 3.1% | ||
| Pension | $8,004 | 4.1% | ||
| Time Off | $17,911 | 9.1% | ||
| Total Compensation | $196,638 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 25.0% |
| Associates | 25.0% |
| Bachelors | 50.0% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Claims Manager, Senior is $145,530. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Claims Manager, Senior is $70; the average weekly pay of Claims Manager, Senior is $2,799; the average monthly pay of Claims Manager, Senior is $12,128.
A Claims Manager, Senior's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Claims Manager, Senior earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Claims Manager, Senior is $183,557.
The highest pay for Claims Manager, Senior is $193,729.
The lowest pay for Claims Manager, Senior is $133,039.
Manages the operations of an insurance claims department to meet operational, financial, and service requirements. Oversees the intake and processing of insurance claims for personal, property, or casualty loss based on coverage, appraisal, and verifiable damage. Manages appraisal and examination staff and processes. Assures timely and proper disposition of claims based on policy provisions. Recommends and implements best practices to ensure complete and thorough claim settlements, legal reviews, and investigations following company policies and insurance industry regulations. Determines the value of settlements for escalated claims. Manages negotiations of settlements and administration of claims in litigation. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.
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