Actuary Salary in Newark, NJ
Median Salary
$137,800
Middle 50% Range
$112,898 – $184,350
P25 – P75
City Postings
27
with salary data
Latest Data
May 2026
Salary Distribution
Based on 147 job postings with salary data.
Salary by Experience Level
NJ-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Vice President | $225,000 | 10 |
| Director | $193,700 | 25 |
| Manager | $180,500 | 18 |
| Senior Manager | $151,750 | 7 |
| Individual Contributor | $117,000 | 85 |
| Intern | $62,920 | 2 |
Salary by Practice Area
NJ-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Health | $151,750 | 21 |
| Life | $137,800 | 15 |
| P&C | $137,500 | 91 |
| Retirement | $125,800 | 12 |
| Unknown | $113,750 | 8 |
Acturhire tracks 27 actuarial job postings with salary data in Newark, NJ. The median salary is $137,800, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $112,898 and $184,350. Health roles command the highest median compensation in this market at $151,750.
Sample Job Postings
Actuarial Analyst II
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
$92,523Individual Contributor1 month agoActuarial Analyst II
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
$92,523Individual Contributor1 month agoMgr, Actuarial III
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
$163,648Manager2 months agoMgr, Actuarial III
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
$163,648Manager2 months agoDirector, Actuary (Retirement Strategies) (Hybrid)
Prudential Financial
$198,500Director3 months agoSenior Actuarial Associate
Prudential Financial, Inc.
$127,500Individual Contributor3 months agoSenior Actuarial Associate
Prudential Financial, Inc.
$127,500Individual Contributor3 months agoDirector, Actuary (Annuity Calculation Management) (Hybrid)
Prudential Financial, Inc.
$198,500Director3 months agoAssociate Actuary (ILI FAC Transformation)
Prudential Financial, Inc.
$151,700Individual Contributor3 months agoDirector, Actuary (Medical Stop Loss Pricing)
Prudential Financial, Inc.
$198,500Director4 months ago
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Explore interactive tool →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the actuary salary in Newark, NJ?
Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Newark, NJ is $137,800. The middle 50% of roles pay between $112,898 and $184,350.
Is Newark, NJ a good market for actuarial jobs?
Newark, NJ 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 27 postings with salary data in this area.
What types of actuarial roles are common in Newark, NJ?
Actuarial roles in Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ actuary salary compare to the national median?
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