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Job outlook for claims account specialists in the United States
Claims account specialist job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected claims account specialist job growth rate is -8% from 2018-2028.
About -17,500 new jobs for claims account specialists are projected over the next decade.
Claims account specialist salaries have increased 8% for claims account specialists in the last 5 years.
There are over 53,834 claims account specialists currently employed in the United States.
There are 90,491 active claims account specialist job openings in the US.
The average claims account specialist salary is $37,054.
Are claims account specialist jobs in demand?
Claims account specialist job and salary trends over time
Claims account specialist jobs over time
Claims account specialist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 53,834 | 0.02% |
| 2020 | 56,143 | 0.02% |
| 2019 | 59,643 | 0.02% |
| 2018 | 63,552 | 0.02% |
| 2017 | 68,703 | 0.02% |
Average claims account specialist salary over time
Claims account specialist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $37,054 | $17.81 | +3.0% |
| 2025 | $35,984 | $17.30 | +2.7% |
| 2024 | $35,031 | $16.84 | +2.0% |
| 2023 | $34,360 | $16.52 | --0.1% |
| 2022 | $34,379 | $16.53 | +2.6% |
Claims account specialist jobs by state
Most common states for claims account specialists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 197 | 26% |
| 2 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,326 | 24% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 304 | 23% |
| 4 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 238 | 23% |
| 5 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 421 | 22% |
| 6 | Delaware | 961,939 | 215 | 22% |
| 7 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 126 | 22% |
| 8 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 672 | 21% |
| 9 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 173 | 20% |
| 10 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,947 | 19% |
| 11 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,576 | 19% |
| 12 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,371 | 19% |
| 13 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,324 | 19% |
| 14 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 559 | 19% |
| 15 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,611 | 18% |
| 16 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 2,155 | 17% |
| 17 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,790 | 17% |
| 18 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 1,045 | 17% |
| 19 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 962 | 17% |
| 20 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 608 | 17% |
Most common cities for claims account specialists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyler | 1 | 1% | $34,810 |
| 2 | Oklahoma City | 1 | 0% | $31,442 |
Claims Account Specialist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of claims account specialist experts
Oklahoma State University
University of the Virgin Islands
Rowan University
The Ohio State University at Lima
North Carolina Central University
American Public University System
Forsyth County, Georgia
Rachel Domnick
Instructor of Professional Practice, MS Program CoordinatorOklahoma State University
School of Accounting
What soft skills should all Claims Account Specialists possess?
Rachel Domnick: At Oklahoma State University, we are looking to build the future of accounting. Soft skills-or power skills-are integral to a successful accounting professional's skill set. However, integration of those skills into accounting programs can prove challenging. To address this challenge in our master's program, we have developed a coordinated, largely co-curricular process that allows students to learn about crucial core competencies, receive feedback on their development, and receive guidance to further develop as professionals.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Claims Account Specialists?
Rachel Domnick: In designing this effort, our master's faculty selected five key competencies from the Korn Ferry Leadership Architect framework to augment the technical skills that are the focus of our program. Those competencies include ensuring accountability, managing ambiguity, collaborating, communicating effectively, and self-awareness. As part of the first course in our master's program, students are introduced to these competencies and guided to understand how they tie into the accounting profession. Students are provided with resources to understand the competencies, and instructors explicitly label activities and assignments with the competencies to which it ties.
Further, at multiple points during their master's experience, each student receives an individualized report containing feedback from master's faculty and their fellow master's students. Students also have the opportunity to understand better the feedback they've received through tailored sessions with a career center staff person trained in the Korn Ferry framework.
Francisco Depusoir
Associate Professor of AccountingUniversity of the Virgin Islands
School of Business
What soft skills should all Claims Account Specialists possess?
Francisco Depusoir: -Analytical and problem-solving skills
-Strong written and oral communication
-Critical thinking
-Time Management
-Active learning
-Organization and attention to detail
What hard/technical skills are most important for Claims Account Specialists?
Francisco Depusoir: -Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
-Experience with business intelligence software.
-Independent research skills.
-Data management abilities.
-Preparation and understanding of financial statements.
What skills will help Claims Account Specialists earn the most?
Francisco Depusoir: -Accountants should be able to communicate with departments and clients.
-Written and oral communication as accountants usually have to give presentations.
-Accountants should be able to pay attention to details.
-Technological skills. Technology is constantly changing and evolving. Accountants must acquire the necessary technical skills since most of the work is done through a computer using applications.
-Data analysis: Accountants are surrounded by data, bookkeeping, tax returns, payroll reports, and tax planning which all rely on strong data analysis skills.
What skills stand out on Claims Account Specialist resumes?
Francisco Depusoir: The following skills could open the door to various opportunities for an accounting graduate on their resume.
-Excellent analytical skills
-Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
-Knowledge of Quickbooks
Dr. Kate Seltzer Ph.D.
Assistant ProfessorRowan University
Department of Language, Literacy and Sociocultural education
How would you rate the starting salaries for Claims Account Specialists, as well as the prospects for salary advancement?
Dr. Kate Seltzer Ph.D.: Educators are not paid nearly enough. However, working in a state with strong teachers' unions helps to ensure a starting salary that recent graduates can live off of and growth opportunities, albeit modest, over their careers.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Claims Account Specialists to find work opportunities?
Leah Herner-Patnode: Usually, urban areas of bigger cities and southern states, such as North Carolina, have many openings. Maine, Florida, California, Hawaii, Washington, and Texas are the most open positions.
Elisha Blankson
Program Director NCCU, Assistant ProfessorNorth Carolina Central University
Communication Disorders Department
What type of skills will young Claims Account Specialists need?
Elisha Blankson: Graduates will need a skill set about the field in which they received training and additional skills useful to the job market. For example, with the changing demographics in the United States, extra skills in information technology and foreign languages will be a plus when entering the job market.
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.
Associate ProfessorAmerican Public University System
Public Administration Department
How do you envision technology impacting Claims Account Specialists in the next 5 years?
Dr. Elizabeth Keavney Ph.D.: COVID-19 has increased the number of people who are working at home. This means a solid basic knowledge of telecommuting, and the ability to work unsupervised will be necessary. The ability to use remote security protocols, the cloud, and various software platforms will be required.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Claims Account Specialists to find work opportunities?
Donna Kukarola: This one, not so sure of, the southeast continues to see options as well as mid-western states.