State Farm Will Add 3,000 Claims Jobs During 2027
The insurer plans to grow its claims department by 10 percent to address evolving vehicle technology and severe weather.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Jobs — General
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State Farm will add 3,000 net new claims jobs throughout 2027 as part of a larger hiring effort to expand its workforce. The company plans to recruit 5,500 total new employees to manage natural attrition and support the growing claims volume.
Why it matters
The expansion comes as the insurer faces a surge in demand driven by more frequent severe weather events and the complex repair requirements of modern, technology-heavy vehicles. State Farm currently processes an average of 30,000 claims per day.
State Farm, which reported 2025 revenue of $132.3 billion, is currently ranked No. 32 on the Fortune 500 list. The insurer manages high-volume operations, processing an average of 30,000 claims daily.
The players
State Farm
State Farm is a major American group of insurance and financial services companies that operates as the largest employer in McLean County.
The details
The new positions are structured as hybrid roles that will be filled through active recruitment efforts. These hires are intended to strengthen the claims division, which is the largest employer segment in McLean County.
Timeline
State Farm ranked 32nd on the Fortune 500 list in 2025.
The 2027 hiring plan was announced on September 25, 2026.
The 3,000 net new jobs will be added throughout 2027.
Market Landscape
This hiring initiative follows the financial metrics established by the 2025 Fortune 500 list, where the firm secured the 32nd position. The company is positioning itself to maintain its market share against competitors as the complexity of auto claims continues to rise.
Job seekers in regions where State Farm operates, including Bloomington and Tempe, may find increased opportunities for hybrid employment starting in 2027. Customers may see improved processing times as the company expands its capacity to handle daily claim volume.
The takeaway
The company's expansion highlights how insurers are adapting to the intersection of climate risk and the advanced technology found in modern vehicles. These new roles reflect the growing need for specialized skills in the insurance sector.
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