Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Southwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,160 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $37.58
10th percentile $47,770
90th percentile $105,220
Employed locally 60
National median $76,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,770
    25th
    $59,070
    50th (median)
    $78,160
    75th
    $94,310
    90th
    $105,220

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $62,230
    Human Resources Specialists $60,550
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $61,050
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $63,450
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $52,200
    Loan Officers $92,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Southwest Iowa is $37.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.97 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salaries?

    The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in Southwest Iowa is 1.8% above 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $47,770 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,070.