Actuary Salary in Chicago, IL
Median Salary
$137,350
Middle 50% Range
$112,500 – $165,250
P25 – P75
City Postings
167
with salary data
Latest Data
May 2026
Salary Distribution
Based on 230 job postings with salary data.
Salary by Experience Level
IL-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| C-Suite | $371,550 | 1 |
| Vice President | $200,950 | 9 |
| Senior Manager | $198,721 | 4 |
| Director | $181,250 | 32 |
| Unknown | $169,525 | 2 |
| Manager | $156,440 | 32 |
| Individual Contributor | $117,875 | 133 |
| Intern | $67,080 | 17 |
Salary by Practice Area
IL-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Health | $143,150 | 66 |
| P&C | $132,750 | 99 |
| Retirement | $116,500 | 9 |
| Life | $93,713 | 39 |
| Unknown | $89,000 | 17 |
Acturhire tracks 167 actuarial job postings with salary data in Chicago, IL. The median salary is $137,350, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $112,500 and $165,250. Health roles command the highest median compensation in this market at $143,150.
Sample Job Postings
AVP, Actuarial Pricing
Arch Insurance Group Inc.
$180,000DirectorTodayAssociate Actuary / Sr. Actuarial Analyst, Claims Analytics
Uber
$124,500Individual Contributor4 days agoActuarial Director, Pricing (Hybrid)
Arch Capital Group
$155,000Director4 days agoManaging Actuary
Health Care Service Corporation
$143,150Manager4 days agoActuarial Director, Pricing (Hybrid)
Arch Insurance Group Inc.
$155,000Director4 days agoAssociate Data Analyst
edkey
$72,500Individual Contributor4 days agoOliver Wyman Actuarial - P&C -Principal
Oliver Wyman
$215,0004 days agoAssociate Actuary / Sr. Actuarial Analyst, Claims Analytics
Uber
$124,500Individual Contributor4 days agoActuarial Consultant
HUB International
$122,500Individual Contributor5 days agoHealth Solutions Senior Actuarial Consultant
Aon
$147,500Manager6 days ago
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Explore interactive tool →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the actuary salary in Chicago, IL?
Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Chicago, IL is $137,350. The middle 50% of roles pay between $112,500 and $165,250.
Is Chicago, IL a good market for actuarial jobs?
Chicago, IL 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 167 postings with salary data in this area.
What types of actuarial roles are common in Chicago, IL?
Actuarial roles in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL actuary salary compare to the national median?
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