Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $61,330 -20.1% vs national
Median hourly $29.49
10th percentile $61,330
90th percentile $91,890
Employed locally 90
National median $76,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,330
    25th
    $61,330
    50th (median)
    $61,330
    75th
    $78,690
    90th
    $91,890

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$71,840
    Human Resources Specialists$69,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$68,970
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents$69,000
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$63,740
    Loan Officers$78,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Southwest Minnesota is $29.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in Southwest Minnesota is 20.1% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $61,330 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,330.