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How much does a Fraud Examiner make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Fraud Examiner in the United States is $32 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $28 and $37. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Fraud Examiner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fraud Examiner Salary $24 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Fraud Examiner Salary $28 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Fraud Examiner Salary $32 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Fraud Examiner Salary $37 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Fraud Examiner Salary $42 US March 26, 2024
25% $28 10% $24 90% $42 75% $37 $32 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Fraud Examiner designs and implements programs to prevent such activities and to recover any incurred losses. Investigates fraudulent/illegal activities perpetrated by customers or employees. Being a Fraud Examiner require a bachelor's degree. Works with local, state and federal authorities with matters relating to fraudulent/illegal activities. In addition, Fraud Examiner typically reports to a manager. Working as a Fraud Examiner typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Fraud Examiner

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Fraud Prevention Monitoring Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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