Career Profile
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Insurance Appraisers (Auto Damage) manage the appraisal and documentation of automobile or other vehicle damage to determine repair costs for insurance claim settlement.
General Information
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.
Important Work Activities
- Working with Computers
- Documenting/Recording Information
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
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Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 2 openings per year are projected for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage.
Employment Change
Employment for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 11.7% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $27.95/hour. Entry level workers are paid $21.50, while experienced workers are paid $32.43. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 16 Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 17.
Top Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage are Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities and Insurance Carriers.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage include Customer and Personal Service, English Language, and Computers and Electronics.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage is Some college, no degree. 23% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.