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Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in New Jersey
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in New Jersey?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$95,690
Median Annual Salary
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+11.3% vs 2024
$94,120
Mean Salary
$95,690
Median Salary
$46.00
Hourly Rate
9,650 people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary by percentile in New Jersey
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey earn a median salary of $95,690 per year ($7,974/month).
This is 23.4% above the national average of $77,555.
New Jersey ranks #2 out of 51 states for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pay.
Approximately 9,650 people work in this occupation across New Jersey.
Salaries increased by 11.3% 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 New Jersey
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey range from $61,780 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $129,720 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $76,170 and $107,450.
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in New Jersey?
The median annual salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey is $95,690 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $94,120.
What is the salary range for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey?
Salaries for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey range from $61,780 at the 10th percentile to $129,720 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $76,170 and $107,450.
What is the starting salary for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey?
Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators positions in New Jersey typically start around $61,780 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $76,170 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 9,650 people are employed as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey.
What is the hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Jersey is approximately $46.00 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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