How much does a claims adjuster make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for claims adjusters in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $40.67 an hour or $7,049 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.67
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 307
- Jobs in the area
- 2,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,960 | $26.90 | |
| 25th | $65,590 | $31.53 | |
| Median | $84,590 | $40.67 | |
| 75th | $104,300 | $50.16 | |
| 90th | $125,100 | $60.12 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for claims adjusters.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Examiner | $157,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $127,000 |
| Management Analyst | $126,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,500 |
| Budget Analyst | $125,100 |
| Financial Specialist | $120,600 |
| Credit Analyst | $114,700 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,300 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $106,200 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $105,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a claims adjuster make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $40.67 ($84,590 a year).
Do claims adjusters make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $84,590 against $78,000 nationally, 8% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $101,200, so Washington pays 16% less.
Where does Washington rank for claims adjuster pay?
55 of 307 metro areas with data.
How much does a claims adjuster make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $55,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.