What are the main factors that influence an Independent Adjuster's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Independent Adjuster's salary?

An Independent Adjuster's salary grows with experience: a Independent Adjuster (0-2 years)earns $55,600, a Claims Adjuster II (2-4 years)earns $73,151, a Claims Adjuster III (4-7 years)earns $89,123,

What are the highest paying states for an Independent Adjuster?

Independent Adjuster salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Independent Adjuster roles are District of Columbia $58,939, California $58,716, Massachusetts $57,933. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Independent Adjuster roles make?

Salaries for Independent Adjuster level roles vary by specialization: Automotive Claims Adjuster III: $86,905; Insurance Claims Senior Adjuster: $86,904; Insurance Claims Adjuster, Senior: $86,840; Claims Adjuster III: $86,837; Independent Claims Adjuster: $78,507.

Independent Adjuster Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Independent Adjuster make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Independent Adjuster in Rhode Island is $55,192 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Independent Adjuster's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,521
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,308 to $61,645
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,950

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Independent Adjuster Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,645	$5,137	$1,185	$30
Average	$55,192	$4,599	$1,061	$27
25th Percentile	$49,308	$4,109	$948	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Independent Adjuster Salaries

An Independent Adjuster'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 Do Independent Adjuster Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Independent Adjusters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,939.
California: $58,716.
Massachusetts: $57,933.

District of Columbia $58,939 California $58,716 Massachusetts $57,933 Washington $57,720 New Jersey $57,699 Alaska $57,624 Connecticut $56,890 New York $56,592

Hawaii $55,639 Rhode Island $55,192 Maryland $54,888 Minnesota $54,473 Colorado $54,313 Illinois $54,260 Oregon $54,058 Delaware $53,909

New Hampshire $53,815 Virginia $53,605 Pennsylvania $52,993 Nevada $52,684 North Dakota $52,583 Michigan $52,424 Wisconsin $52,365 Vermont $52,248

Texas $51,923 Maine $51,902 Arizona $51,870 Ohio $51,833 Georgia $51,343 Indiana $51,098 Wyoming $51,050 Utah $50,976

Iowa $50,944 Kansas $50,688 Louisiana $50,614 North Carolina $50,587 Missouri $50,576 Florida $50,369 Montana $50,257 Nebraska $50,151

Kentucky $50,092 South Carolina $49,879 Tennessee $49,746 Idaho $49,693 New Mexico $49,304 Oklahoma $49,219 Alabama $48,905 South Dakota $48,378

Arkansas $48,090 West Virginia $47,936 Mississippi $47,473

Top Paying Cities for Independent Adjusters

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:

Adamsville: $55,882
Albion: $55,409
Ashaway: $55,776

Adamsville, RI $55,882 Albion, RI $55,409 Ashaway, RI $55,776 Barrington, RI $55,264 Block Island, RI $55,571 Bradford, RI $55,742 Bristol, RI $55,476 Carolina, RI $55,650

Charlestown, RI $55,670 Chepachet, RI $55,560 Clayville, RI $55,405 Coventry, RI $55,407 West Greenwich, RI $55,560 East Greenwich, RI $55,370 Exeter, RI $55,545 Fiskeville, RI $55,262

Forestdale, RI $55,688 Foster, RI $55,530 Glendale, RI $55,693 Greene, RI $55,603 Greenville, RI $55,284 Harmony, RI $55,355 Harrisville, RI $55,669 Hope, RI $55,297

Hope Valley, RI $55,727 Hopkinton, RI $55,800 Jamestown, RI $55,614 Kenyon, RI $55,643 Little Compton, RI $55,873 Manville, RI $55,482 Mapleville, RI $55,570 Newport, RI $55,670

Middletown, RI $55,694 North Kingstown, RI $55,465 North Scituate, RI $55,356 Oakland, RI $55,630 Pascoag, RI $55,705 Pawtucket, RI $55,181 Central Falls, RI $55,206 Cumberland, RI $55,519

Lincoln, RI $55,261 Portsmouth, RI $55,664 Prudence Island, RI $55,549 Rockville, RI $55,792 Saunderstown, RI $55,580 Shannock, RI $55,646 Slatersville, RI $55,689 Slocum, RI $55,579

Tiverton, RI $55,833 Wakefield, RI $55,628 Kingston, RI $55,606 Narragansett, RI $55,643 Peace Dale, RI $55,621 Warren, RI $55,406 Warwick, RI $55,252 Westerly, RI $55,789

West Kingston, RI $55,624 West Warwick, RI $55,319 Wood River Junction, RI $55,703 Woonsocket, RI $55,692 North Smithfield, RI $55,565 Wyoming, RI $55,646 Providence, RI $55,165 Cranston, RI $55,172

North Providence, RI $55,179 East Providence, RI $55,169 Riverside, RI $55,186 Rumford, RI $55,178 Smithfield, RI $55,290 Johnston, RI $55,198

Independent Adjuster Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Independent Adjuster'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$49,308

Average $55,192/year

$61,645

$4,109

Average $4,599/month

$5,137

$948

Average $1,061/week

$1,185

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,645	$5,137	$1,185	$30
Average	$55,192	$4,599	$1,061	$27
25th Percentile	$49,308	$4,109	$948	$24

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