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Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$77,010
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.5% vs 2024
$79,680
Mean Salary
$77,010
Median Salary
$37.02
Hourly Rate
14,210 people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois earn a median salary of $77,010 per year ($6,417/month).
This is 0.7% below the national average of $77,555.
Illinois ranks #28 out of 51 states for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pay.
Approximately 14,210 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 3.5% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois range from $48,620 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $118,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $60,570 and $97,770.
Median $77,010
P10: $48,620P25: $60,570P75: $97,770P90: $118,810
10th
$48,620
25th
$60,570
Median
$77,010
75th
$97,770
90th
$118,810
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,620
$23.38
$4,051
25th Percentile
$60,570
$29.12
$5,047
Median (50th)
$77,010
$37.02
$6,417
75th Percentile
$97,770
$47.00
$8,147
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$118,810
$57.12
$9,900
Note: The mean (average) salary of $79,680 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#28
Illinois ranks #28 of 51 states
$77,555
National avg. for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois is $77,010 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $79,680.
What is the salary range for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois?
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois range from $48,620 at the 10th percentile to $118,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $60,570 and $97,770.
What is the starting salary for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois?
Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators positions in Illinois typically start around $48,620 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $60,570 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 14,210 people are employed as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois is approximately $37.02 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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