Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in Illinois

$38,716 $125,644
10th pct Median: $73,049 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$38,716
25th Percentile$52,595
50th (Median)$73,049
75th Percentile$100,808
90th (Top Earners)$125,644
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Illinois median salary of $73,049 for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $73,712 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Illinois's lower cost of living (COL index: 99.1) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in Illinois?
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois earn a median annual salary of $73,049 per year ($35.12/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $69,570.
Is Illinois a good state for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators?
Illinois pays above the national average for claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Illinois is near the national average (COL index: 99.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 99.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $73,049 salary in Illinois has the purchasing power of approximately $73,712 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Illinois increase real purchasing power.
How does Illinois compare to neighboring states for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Illinois

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
3 Neurologists $310,380
4 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
6 Psychiatrists $262,288
7 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $255,507
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in Illinois

Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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