Actuary Salary in Charlotte, NC

Median Salary

$149,150

Middle 50% Range

$104,500 – $201,500

P25 – P75

City Postings

90

with salary data

Latest Data

Aug 2026

Salary Distribution

North Carolina-wide distribution for context

Under $50k
(2%)
$50k–$75k
(8%)
$75k–$100k
(12%)
$100k–$125k
(19%)
$125k–$150k
(13%)
$150k–$175k
(12%)
$175k–$200k
(12%)
$200k–$250k
(15%)
$250k–$300k
(7%)
$300k+
(2%)

Based on 130 job postings with salary data.

Salary by Experience Level

NC-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Vice President$245,5006
Director$202,15020
Manager$181,25014
Senior Manager$177,80012
Individual Contributor$111,50063
Intern$56,16011

Salary by Practice Area

NC-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Retirement$198,5003
P&C$170,00011
Life$155,74167
Health$146,00039

Actuary salary summary for Charlotte, NC

Acturhire tracks 90 actuarial job postings with disclosed salary data in Charlotte, NC. The median salary is $149,150. The middle 50% of postings fall between $104,500 to $201,500, which is often a more useful planning range than a single average.

What affects actuary pay in Charlotte, NC

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.

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How Charlotte, NC Compares With North Carolina

Charlotte, NC has a median actuary salary of $149,150, compared with $146,750 across North Carolina 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the actuary salary in Charlotte, NC?

Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Charlotte, NC is $149,150. The middle 50% of roles pay between $104,500 and $201,500.

Is Charlotte, NC a good market for actuarial jobs?

Charlotte, NC 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 90 postings with salary data in this area.

What types of actuarial roles are common in Charlotte, NC?

Actuarial roles in Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC actuary salary compare to the national median?

The median actuary salary for postings in Charlotte, NC is $149,150, versus a national median of $140,000 on Acturhire.

Is Charlotte, NC a high-paying market for actuaries?

Charlotte, NC has a median actuary salary of $149,150 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.