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Actuaries Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Actuaries make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$130,510
Median Annual Salary
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+5.0% vs 2024
$145,330
Mean Salary
$130,510
Median Salary
$62.75
Hourly Rate
1,280 people work as Actuaries in California
Actuaries salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Actuaries in California earn a median salary of $130,510 per year ($10,875/month).
This is 4.6% above the national average of $124,781.
California ranks #13 out of 36 states for Actuaries pay.
Approximately 1,280 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 5.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Actuaries
Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.25
Mathematics
4.25
Critical Thinking
4.25
Judgment and Decision Making
4.25
Active Listening
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Mathematics
4.93
Computers and Electronics
3.96
Economics and Accounting
3.78
English Language
3.7
Law and Government
3.0
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(78.6% of workers)
Salaries for Actuaries in California range from $83,510 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $219,490 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $101,600 and $188,390.
The median annual salary for Actuaries in California is $130,510 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $145,330.
What is the salary range for a Actuaries in California?
Salaries for Actuaries in California range from $83,510 at the 10th percentile to $219,490 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $101,600 and $188,390.
What is the starting salary for a Actuaries in California?
Entry-level Actuaries positions in California typically start around $83,510 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $101,600 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Actuaries in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,280 people are employed as Actuaries in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Actuaries in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Actuaries in California is approximately $62.75 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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