Actuary Salary 2026 — National Average, By State + City Wages
Median Actuary salary 2026: $113,000/year nationally. Entry level $69,000, senior $153,000, top earners $203,000. Hourly: $54/hour. Monthly: $9,417.
30,000 Actuarys employed in US. Job growth 21% projected next 5 years. Required: Bachelor's Degree + 2-5 years experience.
Actuary Salary Breakdown
| Level | Annual | Hourly | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (10th %ile) | $69,000 | $33 | $5,750 | $1,327 |
| Median (50th %ile) | $113,000 | $54 | $9,417 | $2,173 |
| Senior (75th %ile) | $153,000 | $74 | $12,750 | $2,942 |
| Top Earners (90th %ile) | $203,000 | $98 | $16,917 | $3,904 |
Actuary Career Profile
Key Stats
- Total Jobs: 30,000
- 5-Year Job Growth: 21%
- 5-Year Salary Growth: 23%
- Education: Bachelor's Degree
- Experience: 2-5 years
- Industry: Finance
Top States
- 1. Connecticut
- 2. New York
- 3. Illinois
- 4. Pennsylvania
- 5. Massachusetts
Top Cities
- 1. Hartford
- 2. New York
- 3. Chicago
- 4. Philadelphia
- 5. Boston
Top Skills + Certifications
Required Skills
Top Certifications
Actuary Salary by City (Top Markets)
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About Actuary Career
Actuaries use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess risk and uncertainty in insurance, pensions, and investments. They design policies and calculate premiums.
FAQ
What is the average Actuary salary in 2026?
Average Actuary salary 2026: $113,000 per year nationally. Entry level: $69,000, senior: $153,000, top earners: $203,000. Hourly equivalent: $54/hour. 30,000 Actuarys currently employed in US. 5-year salary growth: 23%.
What education is required for Actuary?
Actuary typically requires Bachelor's Degree. Experience: 2-5 years. Industry: Finance. Top skills: Statistical Modeling, Risk Assessment, R, SAS, Probability Theory.
What states pay Actuarys the most?
Top-paying states for Actuary: Connecticut, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts. Top cities: Hartford, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston.
Is Actuary a good career?
Actuary has projected job growth of 21% over the next 5 years. Strong above-average growth. Career advancement: entry-level $69,000 → senior $153,000 = 122% career progression.
What certifications help Actuarys earn more?
Top certifications for Actuary: ASA, FSA, CERA.
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Data sources: BLS Occupational Employment + Wage Statistics (OEWS) May 2025, BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034. Updated 2026-04-26.