California Median
$91,790
per year
Hourly Rate
$44.13
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+18% vs US median
US median $78,000
State Rank
#4 of 51
24,290 employed here
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in California?
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California take home a median of $91,790 annually — roughly $44.13 an hour — which runs 18% above the national median of $78,000.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $60,020 while the top 10% make $124,990 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $72,280 and $106,400 a year.
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $60,020 | $28.86 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $72,280 | $34.75 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $91,790 | $44.13 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $106,400 | $51.15 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $124,990 | $60.09 |
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How California compares
California ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in other states
District of Columbia $101,150New Jersey $95,690Maryland $95,560Connecticut $88,330Alaska $87,670New York $87,130Rhode Island $86,520Vermont $83,970New Hampshire $83,890Massachusetts $83,740Oregon $81,640Washington $80,700Alabama $79,710Hawaii $79,080South Dakota $78,900Michigan $78,850Texas $78,800Maine $78,590Minnesota $78,350Wisconsin $78,160Tennessee $78,010Colorado $77,620Idaho $77,340Kansas $77,290Pennsylvania $77,290Mississippi $77,100Illinois $77,010Florida $76,920Wyoming $76,400Missouri $75,840Nebraska $75,830South Carolina $75,370North Carolina $75,310Virginia $74,240Arkansas $73,920Kentucky $73,840Indiana $73,560Georgia $73,320Iowa $72,640Delaware $72,370Oklahoma $71,260Utah $69,000Ohio $67,990New Mexico $67,930West Virginia $67,290North Dakota $65,460Louisiana $65,220Arizona $65,110Montana $63,860Nevada $62,730
Working as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in California
Nationally, about 324,000 people work as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($91,790) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in California?
The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in California is $91,790 per year, or about $44.13 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $60,020 at the entry level to $124,990 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators about 18% more than the national median of $78,000. California ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $91,790 a year. About 24,290 Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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