Workers Compensation Examiner Salary in the United States

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workers Compensation Examiner in the United States is $46,001 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,463
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,552 to $52,001
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,500
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Workers Compensation Examiner Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $52,001 $4,333 $1,000 $25
Average $46,001 $3,833 $885 $22
25th Percentile $41,552 $3,463 $799 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Workers Compensation Examiner Salaries

A Workers Compensation Examiner'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 Workers Compensation Examiner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workers Compensation Examiner'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): $40,652
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,560
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,805
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,649
  • Expert (over 8 years): $79,078
Levels Salary
Logistics... Level Workers Compensation Examiner$40,652
Workers C... Level Workers Compensation Examiner$45,560
Logistics... Level Workers Compensation Examiner$50,805
Logistics... Level Workers Compensation Examiner$61,649
Logistics... Level Workers Compensation Examiner$79,078
$40,652 0 yr
$45,560 < 2 yrs
$50,805 2-4 yrs
$61,649 5-8 yrs
$79,078 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Workers Compensation Examiner 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 Workers Compensation Examiners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $50,933.
  • California: $50,739.
  • Massachusetts: $50,063.

Top Paying Cities for Workers Compensation Examiners

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: $58,021
  • San Francisco: $57,386
  • Oakland: $56,177

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.81% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.33% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 0.97% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.81%
Data Entry 1.33%
ERP 0.97%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Examiner's salary.
  • Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Accounting: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Building Relationships
$56,121
22%
KPI
$52,901
15%
Accounting
$52,441
14%
Leadership
$51,521
12%
Packaging
$51,061
11%
Inventory Management
$51,061
11%
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Workers Compensation Examiner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Workers Compensation Examiner roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Workers Compensation Examiner positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Workers Compensation Examiner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Workers Compensation Examiner

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$50,601$24.010%

Workers Compensation Examiner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workers Compensation Examiner'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

Salary Trends for Workers Compensation Examiner

Salaries for a Workers Compensation Examiner can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,079 in 2023 to around $41,632 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Workers Compensation Examiner salary trends, .

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