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

Under $50k
7 (3%)
$50k–$75k
24 (10%)
$75k–$100k
27 (12%)
$100k–$125k
46 (20%)
$125k–$150k
47 (20%)
$150k–$175k
38 (17%)
$175k–$200k
16 (7%)
$200k–$250k
15 (7%)
$250k–$300k
6 (3%)
$300k+
4 (2%)

Based on 230 job postings with salary data.

Salary by Experience Level

IL-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
C-Suite$371,5501
Vice President$200,9509
Senior Manager$198,7214
Director$181,25032
Unknown$169,5252
Manager$156,44032
Individual Contributor$117,875133
Intern$67,08017

Salary by Practice Area

IL-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Health$143,15066
P&C$132,75099
Retirement$116,5009
Life$93,71339
Unknown$89,00017

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.

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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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