Actuary Salary in Des Moines, IA
Median Salary
$144,025
Middle 50% Range
$120,375 – $160,750
P25 – P75
City Postings
48
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 Des Moines, IA
Acturhire tracks 48 actuarial job postings with disclosed salary data in Des Moines, IA. The median salary is $144,025. The middle 50% of postings fall between $120,375 to $160,750, which is often a more useful planning range than a single average.
What affects actuary pay in Des Moines, 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
Principal Financial Group
$149,000Manager6 days agoAssociate Actuary
Principal Financial Group
$159,000Manager6 days agoActuarial Internship (Summer 2027)
Principal Financial Group
$55,120Intern15 days agoActuarial Internship (Summer 2027)
Principal Financial Group
$55,120Intern15 days agoActuary / Financial Director
Principal Financial Group
$166,000Director25 days agoActuary / Financial Director
Principal Financial Group
$166,000Director25 days agoProperty CW Pricing - Rate Strategy Leader
Nationwide
$205,500Individual Contributor1 month agoProperty CW Pricing - Rate Strategy Leader
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
$205,500Senior Manager1 month agoActuarial Associate, Insurance Risk Modeling
KKR
$125,000Manager1 month agoActuarial Associate, Insurance Risk Modeling
Careers at KKR
$125,000Individual Contributor1 month ago
How Des Moines, IA Compares With Iowa
Des Moines, IA has a median actuary salary of $144,025, 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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Actuary salary by level
- Individual Contributor actuary salaryNational level page; 60 Iowa postings in this slice
- 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 Des Moines, IA?
Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Des Moines, IA is $144,025. The middle 50% of roles pay between $120,375 and $160,750.
Is Des Moines, IA a good market for actuarial jobs?
Des Moines, 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 48 postings with salary data in this area.
What types of actuarial roles are common in Des Moines, IA?
Actuarial roles in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, IA actuary salary compare to the national median?
The median actuary salary for postings in Des Moines, IA is $144,025, versus a national median of $140,000 on Acturhire.
Is Des Moines, IA a high-paying market for actuaries?
Des Moines, IA has a median actuary salary of $144,025 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.