Actuaries Salary (2025)
Based on 26,670 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $78,570 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $97,680 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $130,000 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $170,650 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $215,100 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$79K
25th
$98K
Median
$130K
75th
$171K
90th
$215K
Highest Paying States for Actuaries
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | $164,640 |
| District of Columbia | $164,460 |
| New York | $161,670 |
| New Jersey | $152,850 |
| California | $145,330 |
| Washington | $141,300 |
| Virginia | $140,780 |
| Arizona | $139,740 |
| Minnesota | $138,000 |
| Florida | $136,940 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Actuaries salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Connecticut at an average of $164,640 per year, while Florida has an average of $136,940 — a difference of $27,700. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Actuaries
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 26,670 workers were employed as Actuariess in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $141,480 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-2011