Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary by state
What Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigatorss do
Typical education: Bachelor's Degree
Examine claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
Analyze information gathered by investigation and report findings and recommendations.
Pay and process claims within designated authority level.
Investigate, evaluate, and settle claims, applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt disposal of cases and to contribute to a reduced loss ratio.
Verify and analyze data used in settling claims to ensure that claims are valid and that settlements are made according to company practices and procedures.
Top skills:Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingWriting
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Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pay by experience level
Entry level$50,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$63,500
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$80,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$101,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$121,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
-5.1%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
21,100
projected openings per year
Declining
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary by industry
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
241,680 workers
$82,000
Insurance Carriers
132,180 workers
$82,500
Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities
109,500 workers
$80,500
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
59,520 workers
$94,500
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
46,690 workers
$98,500
State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
10,090 workers
$77,500
Management of Companies and Enterprises
6,530 workers
$75,500
Management of Companies and Enterprises
6,530 workers
$75,500
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
4,320 workers
$64,000
Administrative and Support Services
3,440 workers
$70,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pays 12% below the average across 47 roles in the Business and Financial Operations job family (family average $94,500).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make?
The average base salary for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in the United States is $83,500 per year, or about $40.14 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $63,500 and $101,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Business and Financial Operations roles?
The Business and Financial Operations job family averages $94,500 across 47 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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