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Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Kentucky
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in Kentucky?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$73,840
Median Annual Salary
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+2.9% vs 2024
$76,120
Mean Salary
$73,840
Median Salary
$35.50
Hourly Rate
3,670 people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary by percentile in Kentucky
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky earn a median salary of $73,840 per year ($6,153/month).
This is 4.8% below the national average of $77,555.
Kentucky ranks #37 out of 51 states for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pay.
Approximately 3,670 people work in this occupation across Kentucky.
Salaries increased by 2.9% 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 Kentucky
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky range from $52,600 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,400 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $62,020 and $89,850.
Median $73,840
P10: $52,600P25: $62,020P75: $89,850P90: $100,400
10th
$52,600
25th
$62,020
Median
$73,840
75th
$89,850
90th
$100,400
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$52,600
$25.29
$4,383
25th Percentile
$62,020
$29.82
$5,168
Median (50th)
$73,840
$35.50
$6,153
75th Percentile
$89,850
$43.20
$7,487
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,400
$48.27
$8,366
Note: The mean (average) salary of $76,120 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#37
Kentucky ranks #37 of 51 states
$77,555
National avg. for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in Kentucky?
The median annual salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky is $73,840 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $76,120.
What is the salary range for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky?
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky range from $52,600 at the 10th percentile to $100,400 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $62,020 and $89,850.
What is the starting salary for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky?
Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators positions in Kentucky typically start around $52,600 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $62,020 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,670 people are employed as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky.
What is the hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Kentucky is approximately $35.50 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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