Actuary Salary in Cedar Rapids, IA
Median Salary
$146,500
Middle 50% Range
$119,664 – $166,000
P25 – P75
City Postings
45
with salary data
Latest Data
Aug 2026
Salary Distribution
Iowa-wide distribution for context
Based on 108 job postings with salary data.
Salary by Experience Level
IA-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Vice President | $191,413 | 2 |
| Director | $180,000 | 12 |
| Senior Manager | $164,500 | 4 |
| Manager | $159,000 | 17 |
| Individual Contributor | $137,100 | 60 |
| Intern | $55,120 | 6 |
Salary by Practice Area
IA-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Retirement | $149,000 | 3 |
| Life | $145,000 | 79 |
| Health | $91,738 | 1 |
| P&C | $89,000 | 15 |
Actuary salary summary for Cedar Rapids, IA
Acturhire tracks 45 actuarial job postings with disclosed salary data in Cedar Rapids, IA. The median salary is $146,500. The middle 50% of postings fall between $119,664 to $166,000, which is often a more useful planning range than a single average.
What affects actuary pay in Cedar Rapids, IA
City-level salary data is shaped by local employer mix, consulting demand, headquarters presence, remote-work policies, and seniority. A city with fewer postings can still show a strong median if the market is concentrated in senior or specialized roles.
How to interpret city salary data
The mix of employers and role types can shift quickly, so compare the breakdown tables before treating any one segment as the market rate. Use the city benchmark alongside the state-wide tables on this page, since the city sample may be narrower than the broader state market.
Relevant job postings
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Associate Actuary - UL Valuation
Aegon
$146,500Individual Contributor6 days agoActuary (Validation & Special Projects)
Transamerica
$170,000Manager6 days agoAssociate Actuary (Validation & Special Projects)
Transamerica
$146,500Individual Contributor6 days agoAssociate Actuary (IFRS 17 Reporting )
Transamerica
$146,500Senior Manager7 days agoActuarial Intern (Summer 2027)
Transamerica
$55,120Intern22 days agoActuarial Intern (Summer 2027)
Transamerica
$55,120Intern22 days agoSenior Actuary - Appointed Actuary Team
Transamerica
$182,500Senior Manager1 month agoAssociate Actuary (Governance)
Transamerica
$146,500Manager1 month agoAssociate Actuary (Governance)
Transamerica
$146,500Individual Contributor1 month agoAssociate Actuary - LTC Experience Analytics
Transamerica
$146,500Manager2 months ago
How Cedar Rapids, IA Compares With Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA has a median actuary salary of $146,500, compared with $145,000 across Iowa postings in Acturhire's salary dataset. City samples can be narrower, so use this together with the state-wide breakdowns by practice area and experience level.
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- Manager actuary salaryNational level page; 17 Iowa postings in this slice
- Director actuary salaryNational level page; 12 Iowa postings in this slice
- Intern actuary salaryNational level page; 6 Iowa postings in this slice
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Explore interactive tool →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the actuary salary in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Cedar Rapids, IA is $146,500. The middle 50% of roles pay between $119,664 and $166,000.
Is Cedar Rapids, IA a good market for actuarial jobs?
Cedar Rapids, IA 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 45 postings with salary data in this area.
What types of actuarial roles are common in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Actuarial roles in Cedar Rapids, IA 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 Cedar Rapids, IA actuary salary compare to the national median?
The median actuary salary for postings in Cedar Rapids, IA is $146,500, versus a national median of $140,000 on Acturhire.
Is Cedar Rapids, IA a high-paying market for actuaries?
Cedar Rapids, IA has a median actuary salary of $146,500 in Acturhire's current posting data. Compare the city benchmark with the state-wide tables and similar nearby markets before treating it as a complete compensation picture.