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Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$91,790
Median Annual Salary
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+1.0% vs 2024
$91,860
Mean Salary
$91,790
Median Salary
$44.13
Hourly Rate
24,290 people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California earn a median salary of $91,790 per year ($7,649/month).
This is 18.4% above the national average of $77,555.
California ranks #4 out of 51 states for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pay.
Approximately 24,290 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 1.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
Review settled claims to determine that payments and settlements are made in accordance with company practices and procedures. Confer with legal counsel on claims requiring litigation. May also settle insurance claims.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Speaking
3.88
Judgment and Decision Making
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.7
English Language
4.42
Administrative
3.82
Mathematics
3.66
Computers and Electronics
3.43
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(55.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California range from $60,020 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $124,990 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $72,280 and $106,400.
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in California?
The median annual salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California is $91,790 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $91,860.
What is the salary range for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California?
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California range from $60,020 at the 10th percentile to $124,990 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $72,280 and $106,400.
What is the starting salary for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California?
Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators positions in California typically start around $60,020 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $72,280 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 24,290 people are employed as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California is approximately $44.13 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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