Washington Median
$80,700
per year
Hourly Rate
$38.80
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $78,000
State Rank
#13 of 51
6,180 employed here
How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in Washington?
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Washington take home a median of $80,700 annually — roughly $38.80 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $78,000.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $50,080 while the top 10% make $122,840 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $64,750 and $100,610 a year.
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $50,080 | $24.08 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $64,750 | $31.13 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $80,700 | $38.80 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $100,610 | $48.37 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $122,840 | $59.06 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 13th 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 $95,560California $91,790Connecticut $88,330Alaska $87,670New York $87,130Rhode Island $86,520Vermont $83,970New Hampshire $83,890Massachusetts $83,740Oregon $81,640Alabama $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 Washington
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 Washington pay ($80,700) 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 Washington?
The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in Washington is $80,700 per year, or about $38.80 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,080 at the entry level to $122,840 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators about 3% more than the national median of $78,000. Washington ranks 13th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $80,700 a year. About 6,180 Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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