Actuary Salary in Seattle, WA
Median Salary
$148,590
Middle 50% Range
$119,250 – $173,075
P25 – P75
City Postings
78
with salary data
Latest Data
Aug 2026
Salary Distribution
Washington-wide distribution for context
Based on 90 job postings with salary data.
Salary by Experience Level
WA-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Vice President | $236,250 | 4 |
| Senior Manager | $228,096 | 6 |
| Director | $180,412 | 6 |
| Manager | $160,859 | 18 |
| Individual Contributor | $124,500 | 52 |
| Intern | $62,400 | 3 |
Salary by Practice Area
WA-wide data
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Retirement | $237,500 | 1 |
| Life | $168,846 | 8 |
| Health | $148,590 | 54 |
| P&C | $135,000 | 24 |
Actuary salary summary for Seattle, WA
Acturhire tracks 78 actuarial job postings with disclosed salary data in Seattle, WA. The median salary is $148,590. The middle 50% of postings fall between $119,250 to $173,075, which is often a more useful planning range than a single average.
What affects actuary pay in Seattle, WA
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.
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Life Actuary Consultant
Deloitte
$149,150Individual ContributorTodayVP, Reinsurance Actuary
Guy Carpenter
$162,550Vice President3 days agoHealth Actuary Consulting Manager
Deloitte
$267,650Senior Manager3 days agoAssociate Actuary/ Sr. Actuarial Analyst, Reserving
Uber
$124,500Individual Contributor7 days agoAssociate Actuary
Milliman
$154,390Manager14 days agoActuary
PEMCO
$164,471Individual Contributor15 days agoMedicaid Actuarial Manager
Deloitte
$220,250Manager20 days agoConsulting Actuary
Milliman
$179,775Individual Contributor20 days agoOliver Wyman Actuarial - Internship - Summer 2027
Oliver Wyman
$1,475Intern23 days agoPartner, Senior Health Actuary
Mercer
$265,000Director23 days ago
How Seattle, WA Compares With Washington
Seattle, WA has a median actuary salary of $148,590, compared with $148,590 across Washington 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; 52 Washington postings in this slice
- Manager actuary salaryNational level page; 18 Washington postings in this slice
- Director actuary salaryNational level page; 6 Washington postings in this slice
- Senior Manager actuary salaryNational level page; 6 Washington postings in this slice
- Vice President actuary salaryNational level page; 4 Washington postings in this slice
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Explore interactive tool →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the actuary salary in Seattle, WA?
Based on actuarial job postings on Acturhire, the median actuary salary in Seattle, WA is $148,590. The middle 50% of roles pay between $119,250 and $173,075.
Is Seattle, WA a good market for actuarial jobs?
Seattle, WA 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 78 postings with salary data in this area.
What types of actuarial roles are common in Seattle, WA?
Actuarial roles in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA actuary salary compare to the national median?
The median actuary salary for postings in Seattle, WA is $148,590, versus a national median of $140,000 on Acturhire.
Is Seattle, WA a high-paying market for actuaries?
Seattle, WA has a median actuary salary of $148,590 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.