Actuary Salary in Chicago, IL

Median Salary

$127,525

Middle 50% Range

$110,000 – $161,250

P25 – P75

City Postings

130

with salary data

Latest Data

Apr 2026

Salary Distribution

Under $50k
7 (4%)
$50k–$75k
21 (11%)
$75k–$100k
25 (14%)
$100k–$125k
40 (22%)
$125k–$150k
33 (18%)
$150k–$175k
28 (15%)
$175k–$200k
11 (6%)
$200k–$250k
11 (6%)
$250k–$300k
4 (2%)
$300k+
4 (2%)

Based on 184 job postings with salary data.

Salary by Experience Level

IL-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
C-Suite$371,5501
Vice President$215,0005
Senior Manager$198,7214
Director$182,50025
Manager$157,40019
Unknown$124,0501
Individual Contributor$117,250112
Intern$67,08017

Salary by Practice Area

IL-wide data

SegmentMedianPostings
Health$138,50048
P&C$126,57579
Retirement$116,5009
Life$92,47934
Unknown$86,77614

Acturhire tracks 130 actuarial job postings with salary data in Chicago, IL. The median salary is $127,525, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $110,000 and $161,250. Health roles command the highest median compensation in this market at $138,500.

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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 $127,525. The middle 50% of roles pay between $110,000 and $161,250.

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 130 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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