In an economy where many haven’t seen a salary increase in years, claims adjusters are enjoying increases from 4 percent to 6 percent, which at least beats inflation.The average annual salary for claims adjusters nationwide is $73,000, according to the Claims Journal 2013 Job & Salary Survey.The survey results are based on responses from 647 participants in 46 states during April and May 2013. This is the second annual survey.n an economy where many haven’t seen a salary increase in years, claims adjusters are enjoying increases from 4 percent to 6 percent, which at least beats inflation.