Claims Adjuster salary
From 11 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 13-1031: Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
Claims Adjuster H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 11 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Claims Adjuster jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 13-1031, Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators). The median base salary is $85,000, 31% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $70,000 and $124,600.
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | – | 0 |
| Level II · Qualified | – | 0 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
What a Claims Adjuster does
Review settled claims to determine that payments and settlements are made in accordance with company practices and procedures. Confer with legal counsel on claims requiring litigation. May also settle insurance claims.
Typical tasks
- Examine claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Analyze information gathered by investigation and report findings and recommendations.
- Pay and process claims within designated authority level.
- Investigate, evaluate, and settle claims, applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt disposal of cases and to contribute to a reduced loss ratio.
- Verify and analyze data used in settling claims to ensure that claims are valid and that settlements are made according to company practices and procedures.
- Review police reports, medical treatment records, medical bills, or physical property damage to determine the extent of liability.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators), the median annual wage was $78,000 in May 2025, with 324,230 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $85,000, 9% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $60,258 | $48,850 |
| 25th percentile | $70,000 | $61,160 |
| Median | $85,000 | $78,000 |
| 75th percentile | $124,600 | $98,030 |
| 90th percentile | $142,400 | $117,040 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $60,258 |
| 25th | $70,000 |
| 50th (median) | $85,000 |
| 75th | $124,600 |
| 90th | $142,400 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Claims Adjuster make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Claims Adjuster jobs is $85,000 (11 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $70,000 and $124,600.
Do H-1B Claims Adjusters earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($85,000) is 9% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($78,000, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.