Actuary Salary in Boston, MA

Median Salary

$136,515

Middle 50% Range

$92,500 – $164,012

P25 – P75

City Postings

104

with salary data

Latest Data

May 2026

Salary Distribution

Under $50k
4 (3%)
$50k–$75k
12 (8%)
$75k–$100k
31 (22%)
$100k–$125k
19 (13%)
$125k–$150k
23 (16%)
$150k–$175k
26 (18%)
$175k–$200k
11 (8%)
$200k–$250k
12 (8%)
$250k–$300k
3 (2%)
$300k+
2 (1%)

Based on 143 job postings with salary data.

Salary by Experience Level

MA-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Vice President$220,00015
Unknown$190,8752
Director$180,00019
Manager$151,75010
Senior Manager$140,0003
Individual Contributor$110,00085
Intern$54,0809

Salary by Practice Area

MA-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Life$142,67558
P&C$136,47548
Retirement$119,3756
Health$118,21529
Unknown$64,4802

Acturhire tracks 104 actuarial job postings with salary data in Boston, MA. The median salary is $136,515, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $92,500 and $164,012. Life roles command the highest median compensation in this market at $142,675.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the actuary salary in Boston, MA?

Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Boston, MA is $136,515. The middle 50% of roles pay between $92,500 and $164,012.

Is Boston, MA a good market for actuarial jobs?

Boston, MA is one of the top actuarial job markets in the US, with a concentration of insurance companies, consulting firms, and financial services employers. Acturhire tracks 104 postings with salary data in this area.

What types of actuarial roles are common in Boston, MA?

Actuarial roles in Boston, MA span practice areas including P&C, Life, Health, and Pension. Senior roles such as Director and VP are also well represented. See the breakdown tables on this page for more detail.

How does Boston, MA actuary salary compare to the national median?

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