Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $37.50

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$23.48
25th$29.40
Median$37.50
75th$47.13
90th$56.27

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $37.50; the mean hourly wage is $38.69.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $23.48 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $56.27 per hour.