Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators Salary in New Mexico

$32,079 $104,105
10th pct Median: $60,526 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$32,079
25th Percentile$43,579
50th (Median)$60,526
75th Percentile$83,526
90th (Top Earners)$104,105
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The New Mexico median salary of $60,526 for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $65,789 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

New Mexico's lower cost of living (COL index: 92) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators make in New Mexico?
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Mexico earn a median annual salary of $60,526 per year ($29.10/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $69,570.
Is New Mexico a good state for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators?
New Mexico pays slightly below the national average for claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators. Cost of living in New Mexico is lower average (COL index: 92).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Mexico?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 92 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $60,526 salary in New Mexico has the purchasing power of approximately $65,789 in Missouri. Lower living costs in New Mexico increase real purchasing power.
How does New Mexico compare to neighboring states for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in New Mexico

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $289,014
2 Radiologists $269,630
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $266,411
4 Surgeons, All Other $256,232
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $236,536
6 Psychiatrists $217,324
7 Physicians, Pathologists $212,210
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $211,706
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators in New Mexico

Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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