Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,900 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $35.53
10th percentile $54,720
90th percentile $123,140
Employed locally 110
National median $76,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,720
    25th
    $61,180
    50th (median)
    $73,900
    75th
    $97,100
    90th
    $123,140

    Top-paying metros for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Merced, CA $105,350
    Salinas, CA $105,350
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $100,980
    Kingston, NY $100,430
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $100,260
    Chico, CA $98,920

    Related occupations in Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $74,370
    Human Resources Specialists $64,190
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $65,780
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,560
    Loan Officers $76,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Northwest Illinois is $35.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.67 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salaries?

    The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in Northwest Illinois is 3.8% below the national median of $76,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $54,720 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,180.