12 Insurance appraiser jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Insurance Appraiser Jobs in 2026

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To pursue a career as an insurance appraiser, you need a high school diploma or equivalent. Some employers prefer that you have a post-secondary education, such as an associate or bachelor’s degree. Decide in which industry you wish to work; the most common types of insurance appraisers work with auto, home, or commercial property claims. Many states require insurance appraisers to obtain an appraiser’s license, so research the qualifications in the state where you work. Seek entry-level appraiser positions at insurance companies; once you have some experience in the field, you may choose to become an independent contractor and work with several different insurance agencies.

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Top Types Of Insurance Appraiser Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Insurance Appraiser positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Senior Virtual Auto Appraiser

    Salary range: $41,500 - $103,000

    Senior Virtual Auto Appraiser is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Senior Virtual Auto Appraiser jobs pay between $41,500 (25th percentile) and $103,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Senior Virtual Auto Appraiser job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Agricultural Appraiser

    Salary range: $57,000 - $92,500

    As an agricultural appraiser, your job is to evaluate the value of agricultural land for loans and real estate transactions. In this role, you may estimate the overall value of a farm or group of livestock, price the equipment the farm owns, and inspect large properties to understand their unique characteristics. Many farms are extensive in size, so this often requires thoroughly examining multiple fields to understand the value of each property better. Because agricultural appraisers spend a significant amount of time traveling to properties, strong time management skills and reliable transportation are essential in this position.

  • Auto Appraiser

    Salary range: $57,000 - $76,000

    Auto appraisers assess damage to vehicles after an accident to determine reasonable repair costs. They typically work for insurance companies. Auto appraisers may come to the scene of the accident or view a damaged vehicle at the owner’s home. They also make visits to body shops to inspect vehicles. Duties and responsibilities of an auto adjuster include thoroughly examining the vehicle, documenting damage, researching repair and replacement costs, and recommending how much the insurance company should pay to repair a vehicle.

  • Freelance Auto Damage Appraiser

    Salary range: $57,000 - $76,000

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  • Claims Appraiser Auto Estimatics

    Salary range: $57,000 - $76,000

    Claims Appraiser Auto Estimatics is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Claims Appraiser Auto Estimatics jobs pay between $57,000 (25th percentile) and $76,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Claims Appraiser Auto Estimatics job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Material Damage Appraiser

    Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000

    A material damage appraiser evaluates and settles insurance claims by assigning appropriate value to items. As a material damage appraiser, you typically work for an insurance company or independent agency and may review cars, property, and other valuables. Your responsibilities include determining an item’s value based on the condition, ensuring claims are legitimate, providing an estimate on cost if repair is needed, deciding the final amount to be paid, and negotiating settlements. You also contact doctors, employers, and other individuals for additional information on potentially fraudulent claims that require investigation.

  • Virtual Auto Appraiser

    Salary range: $57,000 - $76,000

    Virtual Auto Appraiser is a typical job search query Most salaries for Virtual Auto Appraiser jobs pay between $57,000 (25th percentile) and $76,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Virtual Auto Appraiser job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Residential Real Estate Appraiser

    Salary range: $94,500 - $116,500

    A residential real estate appraiser specializes in property appraisal for homes or apartment buildings. As a residential real estate appraiser, your duties focus on assessing property value for a specific home or lot. If you work for a real estate company, you make an estimate on behalf of a purchaser by performing market research to see what comparable homes in similar neighborhoods sell for. If working for a government agency, such as a county appraiser’s office or a housing authority with residential property holdings, you have similar responsibilities.

  • Auto Desk Appraiser

    Salary range: $57,000 - $76,000

    Auto Desk Appraiser is a typical job search query Most salaries for Auto Desk Appraiser jobs pay between $57,000 (25th percentile) and $76,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Auto Desk Appraiser job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Certified General Appraiser

    Salary range: $92,500 - $94,500

    Certified General Appraiser is a typical job search query Most salaries for Certified General Appraiser jobs pay between $92,500 (25th percentile) and $94,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Certified General Appraiser job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.