Adjuster demographics and statistics in the US
Adjuster demographics research summary. Zippia estimates adjuster demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our adjuster estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about adjusters after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 119,128 adjusters currently employed in the United States.
- 43.1% of all adjusters are women, while 56.9% are men.
- The average adjuster age is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of adjusters is White (61.4%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (16.3%), Black or African American (12.2%) and Asian (5.1%).
- In 2022, women earned 91% of what men earned.
- 10% of all adjusters are LGBT.
- Adjusters are 75% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
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Adjuster gender statistics
43.1% of adjusters are women and 56.9% of adjusters are men.
- Male, 56.9%
- Female, 43.1%
Adjuster gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 56.9% |
| Female | 43.1% |
Adjuster gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$54,391
Female income
$49,758
Adjuster gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in adjuster positions over time. Currently, 43.1% of adjusters are female.
Adjuster gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 51.27% | 48.73% |
| 2011 | 52.58% | 47.42% |
| 2012 | 53.12% | 46.88% |
| 2013 | 53.70% | 46.30% |
| 2014 | 56.07% | 43.93% |
| 2015 | 56.17% | 43.83% |
| 2016 | 55.46% | 44.54% |
| 2017 | 54.95% | 45.05% |
| 2018 | 57.18% | 42.82% |
| 2019 | 56.48% | 43.52% |
| 2020 | 55.13% | 44.87% |
| 2021 | 56.93% | 43.07% |
Adjuster related jobs gender ratio
We compared adjusters with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, timber buyer and chief estimator have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Coordinator | 9% | 91% |
| Conference Planning Manager | 9% | 91% |
| Human Resources Administrative Assistant | 9% | 91% |
| Adjuster | 57% | 43% |
| Electronic Security Specialist | 94% | 6% |
| Chief Estimator | 95% | 5% |
| Timber Buyer | 97% | 3% |
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Adjuster demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among adjusters is White, which makes up 61.4% of all adjusters. Comparatively, 16.3% of adjusters are Hispanic or Latino and 12.2% of adjusters are Black or African American.
- White, 61.4%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.3%
- Black or African American, 12.2%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Adjuster race
| Adjuster race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.3% |
| Black or African American | 12.2% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Adjuster race and ethnicity over time
See how adjuster racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Adjuster race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.03% | 12.52% | 5.17% | 12.33% |
| 2011 | 67.54% | 12.11% | 5.55% | 12.63% |
| 2012 | 68.06% | 12.93% | 5.12% | 12.25% |
| 2013 | 68.41% | 12.25% | 5.19% | 12.36% |
| 2014 | 66.38% | 12.86% | 5.38% | 13.49% |
| 2015 | 68.52% | 11.11% | 5.22% | 13.04% |
| 2016 | 64.34% | 12.91% | 5.98% | 14.19% |
| 2017 | 65.69% | 12.79% | 5.23% | 14.03% |
| 2018 | 65.41% | 12.08% | 5.28% | 14.49% |
| 2019 | 65.99% | 11.44% | 5.53% | 14.58% |
| 2020 | 62.50% | 11.95% | 6.39% | 14.45% |
| 2021 | 61.44% | 12.22% | 5.10% | 16.35% |
Adjuster wage gap by race
According to our data, asian adjusters have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american adjusters have the lowest average salary at $51,950.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $53,919 |
| White | $53,632 |
| Black or African American | $51,950 |
| Asian | $58,915 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $53,784 |
Average adjuster age
See how the average age of adjusters varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Adjuster age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 43 | 41 |
| White | 41 | 47 |
| Black or African American | 49 | 43 |
| Asian | 40 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 43 |
Adjuster age breakdown
The average age of adjusters is 40+ years years old, representing 62% of the adjuster population.
Adjuster age breakdown
| Adjuster Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 62% |
| 30-40 years | 29% |
| 20-30 years | 9% |
Adjuster educational attainment
The most common degree for adjusters is bachelor's degree, with 62% of adjusters earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 16% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 62%
- Associate, 16%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Master's, 6%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Adjusters by degree level
| Adjuster degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 62% |
| Associate | 16% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Master's | 6% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Adjuster wage gap by degree level
According to the data, adjusters with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $59,754 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, adjusters earn a median annual income of $57,785 compared to $47,879 for adjusters with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $59,754 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $47,879 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,785 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $47,263 |
Adjuster employment statistics
Most adjusters work for a private in the insurance industry.
Company size where adjusters work
Below, you can see the size of companies where adjusters work.
Adjuster jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 18% |
Adjuster jobs by company type
Employees with the adjuster job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most adjusters prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Adjuster jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 20% |
| Private | 75% |
| Government | 3% |
Adjuster jobs by industry
The most common industries for adjusters are insurance, finance and manufacturing.
Adjuster industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Insurance | 37% |
| Fortune 500 | 11% |
| Finance | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Retail | 5% |
| Media | 4% |
| Government | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Adjuster turnover and employment statistics
Adjuster unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for adjusters between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Adjuster unemployment rate by year
| Year | Adjuster unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.01% |
| 2011 | 4.73% |
| 2012 | 4.97% |
| 2013 | 4.07% |
| 2014 | 2.50% |
| 2015 | 2.54% |
| 2016 | 1.99% |
| 2017 | 1.32% |
| 2018 | 1.76% |
| 2019 | 2.11% |
| 2020 | 2.06% |
| 2021 | 2.99% |
Average adjuster tenure
The average adjuster stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 9,272 adjusters resumes in Zippia's database.
Adjuster tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Adjuster LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of adjusters that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Estimator | 4.41% | 11,627 |
| Logistics Management Specialist | 8.65% | 85,107 |
| Adjuster | 9.95% | - |
| Marketing Analyst | 10.00% | 95,650 |
| Geophysical Prospecting Permit Agent | 11.05% | 25,312 |
| Environmental Protection Officer | 11.64% | 78,970 |
| Chief Fundraising Officer | 19.25% | 63,005 |
Similar adjuster jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Estimator | 4.41% | 11,627 |
| Logistics Management Specialist | 8.65% | 85,107 |
| Marketing Analyst | 10.00% | 95,650 |
| Geophysical Prospecting Permit Agent | 11.05% | 25,312 |
| Environmental Protection Officer | 11.64% | 78,970 |
| Chief Fundraising Officer | 19.25% | 63,005 |
Foreign languages spoken by adjusters
The most common foreign language among adjusters is Spanish at 74.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 4.6% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 4.1%.
- Spanish, 74.8%
- French, 4.6%
- Portuguese, 4.1%
- German, 3.2%
- Carrier, 2.3%
- Other, 11.0%
Adjuster languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 74.8% |
| French | 4.6% |
| Portuguese | 4.1% |
| German | 3.2% |
| Carrier | 2.3% |
| Other | 11.0% |
