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Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage in New York

Insurance appraisers for auto damage inspect vehicles and assess repair costs following accidents or damage claims. They work for insurance companies, independent appraisal firms, or automotive repair shops, examining damage, preparing detailed cost estimates, and documentation for insurance settlements. In New York the median pay is $81,150 a year, 4% above the national median of $78,240.

$81,150median pay in New York, per year
$78,140–$96,510middle half earn
360employed in New York
$78,240U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.

Skills that matter most

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Knowledge areas

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O*NET-SOC 13-1032.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New York, annual.