Actuary Salary in Boston, MA

Median Salary

$137,500

Middle 50% Range

$94,875 – $167,269

P25 – P75

City Postings

112

with salary data

Latest Data

May 2026

Salary Distribution

Under $50k
4 (3%)
$50k–$75k
13 (8%)
$75k–$100k
32 (21%)
$100k–$125k
21 (14%)
$125k–$150k
25 (16%)
$150k–$175k
28 (18%)
$175k–$200k
11 (7%)
$200k–$250k
15 (10%)
$250k–$300k
4 (3%)
$300k+
2 (1%)

Based on 155 job postings with salary data.

Salary by Experience Level

MA-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Vice President$220,00015
Unknown$190,8752
Director$182,50021
Senior Manager$177,5004
Manager$155,15013
Individual Contributor$109,50090
Intern$54,08010

Salary by Practice Area

MA-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Life$144,55061
P&C$137,10056
Retirement$119,3756
Health$114,10830
Unknown$64,4802

Acturhire tracks 112 actuarial job postings with salary data in Boston, MA. The median salary is $137,500, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $94,875 and $167,269. Life roles command the highest median compensation in this market at $144,550.

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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 $137,500. The middle 50% of roles pay between $94,875 and $167,269.

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 112 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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