Business & Banking
Insurance Claims Adjuster
Investigate and settle insurance claims. Catastrophe (CAT) adjusters can earn $100k+ chasing storms.
no-degree-requiredremote-friendlyquick-start
68
ROI · Strong
Investment vs return
Cost · time · demand normalized 0–100
Salary progression
What you'll earn over your career
$48k
$68k
$95k
Entry
Mid-career
Senior
10-yr outlook
+1%
+1% (Average)
Open positions
26,000
Estimated nationwide
Entry paths
How to get here
Multiple paths lead to this career. Compare time, cost, online vs in-person delivery, and program links.
Fastest ROI
Certification Online
State Adjuster License + AINS
Time
2–6 months
Cost
$500 – $2,500
Top programs
Texas all-lines license is national-ready.
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Quick math
If you took the fastest path…
You'd train for
2–6 months
You'd spend (avg)
$1,500
Starting salary
$48,000
Mid-career
$68,000
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Articles & resources
Sources: BLS OOH 2024