Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,120 +0.4% vs national
Median hourly $37.08
10th percentile $49,190
90th percentile $107,240
Employed locally 130
National median $76,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,190
    25th
    $52,620
    50th (median)
    $77,120
    75th
    $91,330
    90th
    $107,240

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $68,910
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $59,610
    Human Resources Specialists $62,420
    Project Management Specialists $78,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,630
    Training and Development Specialists $46,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Western North Carolina is $37.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.72 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salaries?

    The median Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary in Western North Carolina is 0.4% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (10th percentile) earn around $49,190 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,620.