Actuary Salary in Missouri
Based on 390+ workers in Missouri
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (MO)
$129,220
$62.13/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
+3.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$78K – $207K
390 employed in Missouri
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Missouri
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $77,780 |
| 25th percentile | $94,430 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $129,220 |
| 75th percentile | $173,000 |
| 90th percentile | $207,080 |
Top-Paying Industries for Actuary (U.S.)
Which industries pay Actuarys the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Actuarys in Missouri tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | $175,980 | 50 |
| Finance and Insurance | $131,450 | 20K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $129,810 | 1K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $129,650 | 850 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $124,130 | 4K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Actuary in Missouri vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Missouri) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $110,290 |
| 2023 | $106,840 |
| 2024 | $118,940 |
| 2025 | $129,220 |
| 2026 (projected) | $136,973 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Missouri Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $110,290 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $106,840 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $118,940 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $129,220 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $136,973 | $132,268 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Missouri
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $94,430 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $129,220 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $173,000 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $207,080 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Missouri
How other high-demand occupations in Missouri compare to Actuary ($129,220 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in MO | $143,460 | +11.0% | $68.97/hr |
| Economist in MO | $117,010 | -9.4% | $56.25/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in MO | $99,930 | -22.7% | $48.04/hr |
| Financial Analyst in MO | $98,420 | -23.8% | $47.32/hr |
| Budget Analyst in MO | $81,980 | -36.6% | $39.41/hr |
| Financial Examiner in MO | $79,990 | -38.1% | $38.46/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in MO | $78,500 | -39.3% | $37.74/hr |
| Accountant in MO | $76,590 | -40.7% | $36.82/hr |
| Tax Examiner in MO | $75,800 | -41.3% | $36.44/hr |
| Loan Officer in MO | $73,660 | -43.0% | $35.41/hr |
| Compliance Officer in MO | $67,270 | -47.9% | $32.34/hr |
| Credit Analyst in MO | $65,350 | -49.4% | $31.42/hr |