January 7, 2026

What Does a Data Analyst Do in Insurance?

Think insurance careers are all about sales or claims? Think again. 

If you enjoy working with data, spotting patterns, or solving problems, there’s a growing space for you in insurance, especially as a data analyst. 

What is an Insurance Data Analyst? 

Data analysts help companies make smarter, faster decisions. They turn huge amounts of information, like claims history, customer behavior, or risk patterns, into insights that improve everything from pricing to fraud detection. 

You might: 

  • Analyze accident trends to help set fairer rates
  • Spot suspicious activity that could indicate fraud
  • Help marketing teams understand what customers are looking for
  • Work with underwriters to assess risk more accurately
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Why It Matters 

Risk management and insurance run on data. And, there’s more of it than ever. That means companies need sharp minds to help make sense of it all and find ways to improve service, reduce risk, and create new solutions. 

Skills to Start Building 

If you're interested in becoming a data analyst in insurance, here are a few skills to explore: 

  • Data visualization (Excel, Tableau, Power BI)
  • Coding basics (Python, SQL)
  • Analytical thinking (spotting trends and asking the right questions)
  • Business communication (explaining your findings to non-technical teams)  

Not a math genius? That’s okay! Curiosity, persistence, and critical thinking go a long way. 

Data and Analytics Careers 

Learn more about insurance careers in data and analytics here.