Director Actuary Salary
Median Salary
$185,000
Middle 50% Range
$168,125 – $215,031
P25 – P75
Job Postings
359
with salary data
Latest Data
May 2026
Salary Distribution
Based on 359 job postings with salary data.
Salary by Practice Area
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Life | $205,800 | 101 |
| Retirement | $191,550 | 9 |
| P&C | $190,000 | 90 |
| Unknown | $184,988 | 10 |
| Health | $179,400 | 149 |
Salary by State
| Segment | Median | Postings |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $226,850 | 1 |
| California | $220,900 | 30 |
| Maryland | $217,500 | 3 |
| New Hampshire | $212,500 | 1 |
| Texas | $210,000 | 14 |
| Florida | $207,450 | 2 |
| Rhode Island | $201,125 | 2 |
| Arizona | $200,000 | 5 |
| North Carolina | $198,500 | 13 |
| Nebraska | $195,500 | 4 |
Based on 359 actuarial job postings with salary data on Acturhire, Director roles have a median salary of $185,000, with the middle 50% of roles paying between $168,125 and $215,031. Life roles command the highest median compensation at $205,800.
Sample Job Postings
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Explore interactive tool →Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Director actuary earn?
Based on 359 job postings on Acturhire, the median salary for Director actuaries is $185,000. The middle 50% of Director roles pay between $168,125 and $215,031.
How does the Director level compare to other actuarial seniority levels?
Actuarial salaries increase substantially with seniority. Director sits in the broader spectrum from Intern/Analyst at the junior end to C-Suite at the senior end. The full breakdown by level is available on Acturhire's salary tool.
Which practice areas pay Director actuaries the most?
Among practice areas with sufficient data, Life commands the highest median for Director roles at $205,800.
Which states hire the most Director actuaries?
New York, Connecticut, Illinois, and California are typically among the top states for actuarial hiring across all levels. The state breakdown table below shows where Director roles are concentrated on Acturhire.