Workers Compensation Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Workers Compensation Administrator make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workers Compensation Administrator in the United States is $82,508 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Workers Compensation Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,071
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,316 to $94,318
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,126
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Workers Compensation Administrator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $94,318 $7,860 $1,814 $45
Average $82,508 $6,876 $1,587 $40
25th Percentile $71,316 $5,943 $1,371 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Workers Compensation Administrator Salaries

A Workers Compensation Administrator'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Workers Compensation Administrators

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:

  • San Jose: $104,067
  • San Francisco: $102,927
  • Oakland: $100,758

What Skills Can Increase a Workers Compensation Administrator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 12.22% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Auditing (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Auditing refers to the independent examination of financial information of any entity whether profit oriented or not. It is a safeguard measure that prevents corruption.
  • Athletic Training (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): Athletic training has been recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) as an allied health care profession since June 1991.
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Scheduling 12.22%
Auditing 1.43%
Athletic Training 1.02%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Workers Compensation Administrator's salary.
  • Oral Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Work Ethic: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Oral Communication
 $93,234
13%
Work Ethic
 $91,583
11%
Analysis
 $86,633
5%
WFM
 $86,633
5%
Analytical Skills
 $84,983
3%
Leadership
 $84,983
3%
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How Education impacts a Workers Compensation Administrator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Workers Compensation Administrators enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Workers Compensation Administrator with a Associate's Degree is between $72,667 and $78,849).

Workers Compensation Administrator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Workers Compensation Administrator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 38.4%
High School 38.4%
Associates 16.4%
Bachelors 34.2%
Masters 5.5%
Doctorate 5.5%
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Workers Compensation Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workers Compensation Administrator'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 May 01, 2026
$71,316
Average $82,508/year
$94,318
$5,943
Average $6,876/month
$7,860
$1,371
Average $1,587/week
$1,814
$34
Average $40/hour
$45
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $94,318 $7,860 $1,814 $45
Average $82,508 $6,876 $1,587 $40
25th Percentile $71,316 $5,943 $1,371 $34

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Salary Trends for Workers Compensation Administrator

Salaries for a Workers Compensation Administrator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $72,494 in 2023 to around $72,341 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Workers Compensation Administrator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Workers Compensation Administrator Over Time

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$72,529
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