Occupation ยท SOC 13-1031
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 305,020 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $76,790 ($36.92 an hour).
US employment
305,020
Median annual wage
$76,790
Mean annual wage
$78,770
Median hourly wage
$36.92
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Long-term on-the-job training
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Maryland$92,660
- California$90,900
- District of Columbia$88,920
- Alaska$86,490
- New Jersey$85,960
Top 5 after cost of living
- Alabama$90,130
- Maryland$88,280
- Mississippi$86,460
- Arkansas$86,300
- Wyoming$85,120
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance Underwriters | $79,880 | $3,090 (+4.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Compliance Officers | $78,420 | $1,630 (+2.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | $77,020 | $230 (+0.3%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $80,190 | $3,400 (+4.4%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Lawyers | $151,160 | $74,370 (+96.8%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | $115,230 | $38,440 (+50.1%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Florida28,450
- 2. Texas25,930
- 3. California23,160
- 4. Ohio17,210
- 5. New York16,780
- 6. Arizona14,840
- 7. Georgia14,580
- 8. Pennsylvania12,670
- 9. Illinois11,750
- 10. New Jersey9,630
States that pay the most
- 1. Maryland$92,660
- 2. California$90,900
- 3. District of Columbia$88,920
- 4. Alaska$86,490
- 5. New Jersey$85,960
- 6. Connecticut$84,470
- 7. Massachusetts$84,340
- 8. Rhode Island$83,480
- 9. New York$82,140
- 10. New Hampshire$81,500
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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