Claims Adjustment Specialist Salary in California

How much does a Claims Adjustment Specialist make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Adjustment Specialist in California is $62,138 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Claims Adjustment Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,714
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,082 to $70,291
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,567

Key Factors That Influence Claims Adjustment Specialist Salaries

A Claims Adjustment Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Claims Adjustment Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Claims Adjustment Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $59,995
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $60,666
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,365
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,704
  • Expert (over 8 years): $62,931
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Claims Adjustment Specialist less than 1 year $59,995
Early Career Level Claims Adjustment Specialist 1-2 years $60,666
Mid-Level Level Claims Adjustment Specialist 2-4 years $62,365
Senior-Level Level Claims Adjustment Specialist 5-8 years $62,704
Expert Level Claims Adjustment Specialist over 8 years $62,931

Top Paying Cities for Claims Adjustment Specialist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $62,245
  • West Hollywood: $62,200
  • Dodgertown: $62,245

Claims Adjustment Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Claims Adjustment Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Claims Adjustment Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Claims Adjustment Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Claims Adjustment Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $74,566 $36.0 20%
Business Services $68,352 $33.0 10%
Insurance $65,245 $31.0 5%

Claims Adjustment Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Adjustment Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$56,082
Average $62,138/year
$70,291
$4,673
Average $5,178/month
$5,858
$1,078
Average $1,195/week
$1,352
$27
Average $30/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,291 $5,858 $1,352 $34
Average $62,138 $5,178 $1,195 $30
25th Percentile $56,082 $4,673 $1,078 $27

Find Your Next Claims Adjustment Specialist Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Claims Adjustment Specialist job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

  • Partnership HealthPlan of California | Santa Rosa, CA

    Partnership HealthPlan of California | Santa Rosa, CA

    Claims ExaminerTo support the Claims Department in maintaining pended claims and claim adjustments within established guidelines. Reviews and processes com... more

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  • Curri | Los Angeles, CA

    Curri | Los Angeles, CA

    Claims SpecialistCurri is seeking candidates for a Claims Specialist to join our Legal and Compliance Department. This role reports to the Manager, Operati... more

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  • Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services | Los Angeles, CA

    Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services | Los Angeles, CA

    Claims SpecialistFor over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for c... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Veracity | Orange, CA

    Veracity | Orange, CA

    Claims Specialist - Orange, CAOur client is seeking a Claims Specialist to manage medical malpractice claims for their Orange County office. This role invo... more

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  • PRSH Holdings Inc. | Riverside, CA

    PRSH Holdings Inc. | Riverside, CA

    Claims Specialist. US-CA-Jurupa Valley. Job ID: 2026-1097. Type: Full-Time. of Openings: 1. Category: Risk Management. Jurupa Valley - PCC. Overview. The C... more

    23 Days Ago

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