What are the main factors that influence a Work Comp Adjuster's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Work Comp Adjuster?

Work Comp Adjuster salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Work Comp Adjuster roles are District of Columbia $66,607, California $66,354, Massachusetts $65,470. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Work Comp Adjuster roles make?

Salaries for Work Comp Adjuster level roles vary by specialization: Claims Adjuster III - P&C: $86,858; Inside Claims Adjuster III: $86,391; Inside Claims Adjuster II: $75,386; Worker's Comp Program Coordinator: $73,301; Workers Comp Claims Adjuster: $72,896.

Work Comp Adjuster Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Work Comp Adjuster make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Work Comp Adjuster in Rhode Island is $62,372 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,497
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,127 to $72,906
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,532

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Work Comp Adjuster Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,906	$6,075	$1,402	$35
Average	$62,372	$5,198	$1,199	$30
25th Percentile	$55,127	$4,594	$1,060	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Work Comp Adjuster Salaries

A Work Comp Adjuster's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Work Comp 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 Work Comp Adjusters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,607.
California: $66,354.
Massachusetts: $65,470.

District of Columbia $66,607 California $66,354 Massachusetts $65,470 Washington $65,229 New Jersey $65,205 Alaska $65,121 Connecticut $64,291 New York $63,954

Hawaii $62,877 Rhode Island $62,372 Maryland $62,029 Minnesota $61,559 Colorado $61,379 Illinois $61,319 Oregon $61,090 Delaware $60,922

New Hampshire $60,816 Virginia $60,579 Pennsylvania $59,887 Nevada $59,538 North Dakota $59,424 Michigan $59,243 Wisconsin $59,177 Vermont $59,045

Texas $58,678 Maine $58,654 Arizona $58,618 Ohio $58,576 Georgia $58,022 Indiana $57,745 Wyoming $57,691 Utah $57,607

Iowa $57,571 Kansas $57,282 Louisiana $57,198 North Carolina $57,168 Missouri $57,156 Florida $56,921 Montana $56,795 Nebraska $56,675

Kentucky $56,608 South Carolina $56,368 Tennessee $56,217 Idaho $56,157 New Mexico $55,718 Oklahoma $55,622 Alabama $55,267 South Dakota $54,671

Arkansas $54,346 West Virginia $54,172 Mississippi $53,649

Top Paying Cities for Work Comp 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: $63,151
Albion: $62,618
Ashaway: $63,031

Adamsville, RI $63,151 Albion, RI $62,618 Ashaway, RI $63,031 Barrington, RI $62,453 Block Island, RI $62,800 Bradford, RI $62,994 Bristol, RI $62,693 Carolina, RI $62,889

Charlestown, RI $62,912 Chepachet, RI $62,787 Clayville, RI $62,612 Coventry, RI $62,615 West Greenwich, RI $62,788 East Greenwich, RI $62,573 Exeter, RI $62,770 Fiskeville, RI $62,452

Forestdale, RI $62,933 Foster, RI $62,754 Glendale, RI $62,938 Greene, RI $62,837 Greenville, RI $62,476 Harmony, RI $62,556 Harrisville, RI $62,911 Hope, RI $62,491

Hope Valley, RI $62,976 Hopkinton, RI $63,059 Jamestown, RI $62,849 Kenyon, RI $62,882 Little Compton, RI $63,142 Manville, RI $62,700 Mapleville, RI $62,799 Newport, RI $62,912

Middletown, RI $62,939 North Kingstown, RI $62,681 North Scituate, RI $62,557 Oakland, RI $62,867 Pascoag, RI $62,952 Pawtucket, RI $62,359 Central Falls, RI $62,387 Cumberland, RI $62,741

Lincoln, RI $62,450 Portsmouth, RI $62,905 Prudence Island, RI $62,776 Rockville, RI $63,049 Saunderstown, RI $62,811 Shannock, RI $62,885 Slatersville, RI $62,933 Slocum, RI $62,809

Tiverton, RI $63,096 Wakefield, RI $62,864 Kingston, RI $62,840 Narragansett, RI $62,882 Peace Dale, RI $62,856 Warren, RI $62,614 Warwick, RI $62,439 Westerly, RI $63,046

West Kingston, RI $62,860 West Warwick, RI $62,516 Wood River Junction, RI $62,950 Woonsocket, RI $62,936 North Smithfield, RI $62,793 Wyoming, RI $62,885 Providence, RI $62,341 Cranston, RI $62,350

North Providence, RI $62,357 East Providence, RI $62,346 Riverside, RI $62,365 Rumford, RI $62,356 Smithfield, RI $62,483 Johnston, RI $62,378

Work Comp Adjuster Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Work Comp 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 July 01, 2026

$55,127

Average $62,372/year

$72,906

$4,594

Average $5,198/month

$6,075

$1,060

Average $1,199/week

$1,402

$27

Average $30/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,906	$6,075	$1,402	$35
Average	$62,372	$5,198	$1,199	$30
25th Percentile	$55,127	$4,594	$1,060	$27

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