Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,070 -20.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.36
10th percentile $27,240
90th percentile $145,600
Employed locally 50
National median $76,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,240
    25th
    $39,000
    50th (median)
    $61,070
    75th
    $93,330
    90th
    $145,600

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $73,160
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $67,970
    Human Resources Specialists $64,170
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $60,410
    Project Management Specialists $88,250
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $65,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Southern Michigan is $29.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $71.86 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salaries?

    The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in Southern Michigan is 20.5% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $27,240 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,000.