Actuary Salary in Boston, MA

Median Salary

$131,875

Middle 50% Range

$93,000 – $159,875

P25 – P75

City Postings

82

with salary data

Latest Data

Apr 2026

Salary Distribution

Under $50k
3 (3%)
$50k–$75k
11 (10%)
$75k–$100k
22 (19%)
$100k–$125k
16 (14%)
$125k–$150k
21 (18%)
$150k–$175k
21 (18%)
$175k–$200k
8 (7%)
$200k–$250k
8 (7%)
$250k–$300k
2 (2%)
$300k+
2 (2%)

Based on 114 job postings with salary data.

Salary by Experience Level

MA-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Vice President$220,0009
Unknown$190,8752
Director$175,62516
Manager$156,0007
Senior Manager$124,5002
Individual Contributor$117,50069
Intern$54,0809

Salary by Practice Area

MA-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
P&C$136,50035
Life$133,05047
Health$118,21527
Retirement$85,0003
Unknown$64,4802

Acturhire tracks 82 actuarial job postings with salary data in Boston, MA. The median salary is $131,875, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $93,000 and $159,875. P&C roles command the highest median compensation in this market at $136,500.

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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 $131,875. The middle 50% of roles pay between $93,000 and $159,875.

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 82 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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