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Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$78,930
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.1% vs 2024
$82,530
Mean Salary
$78,930
Median Salary
$37.95
Hourly Rate
550 people work as Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California earn a median salary of $78,930 per year ($6,577/month).
This is 1.3% above the national average of $77,943.
California ranks #18 out of 38 states for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage pay.
Approximately 550 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 0.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
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.
Top Skills
Writing
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Active Listening
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.23
English Language
3.81
Computers and Electronics
3.36
Mechanical
3.23
Administrative
3.15
Typical Education: Some College Courses
(30.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California
Salaries for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California range from $53,530 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $109,930 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $74,450 and $101,120.
How much do Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage make in California?
The median annual salary for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California is $78,930 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $82,530.
What is the salary range for a Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California?
Salaries for Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California range from $53,530 at the 10th percentile to $109,930 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $74,450 and $101,120.
What is the starting salary for a Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California?
Entry-level Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage positions in California typically start around $53,530 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $74,450 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 550 people are employed as Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in California is approximately $37.95 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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