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Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage

Median Salary
74,520
Job Outlook
-5%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Appraise automobile or other vehicle damage to determine repair costs for insurance claim settlement. Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost or cost estimates and recommendations. May seek agreement with automotive repair shop on repair costs.

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of claims adjusters, appraisers, examiners, and investigators is projected to decline 5 percent from 2023 to 2033. About 21,500 openings for claims adjusters, appraisers, examiners, and investigators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$30,560

10%

$74,520

Median

$98,260

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Some college

    30%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    28%

  • High school

    23%

  • Associate's degree

    15%

  • Bachelor's degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Insurance
  • Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Mechanical
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Administrative
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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