Actuary Salary in Nebraska
Based on 270+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$102,790
$49.42/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
-17.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$61K – $162K
270 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $61,190 |
| 25th percentile | $84,760 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $102,790 |
| 75th percentile | $130,670 |
| 90th percentile | $161,870 |
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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nebraska) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $105,920 |
| 2023 | $104,730 |
| 2024 | $100,270 |
| 2025 | $102,790 |
| 2026 (projected) | $105,373 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $105,920 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $104,730 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $100,270 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $102,790 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $105,373 | $127,917 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Nebraska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $84,760 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $102,790 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $130,670 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $161,870 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Nebraska
How other high-demand occupations in Nebraska compare to Actuary ($102,790 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in NE | $140,360 | +36.6% | $67.48/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in NE | $93,280 | -9.3% | $44.85/hr |
| Financial Analyst in NE | $85,320 | -17.0% | $41.02/hr |
| Budget Analyst in NE | $83,010 | -19.2% | $39.91/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in NE | $82,560 | -19.7% | $39.69/hr |
| Loan Officer in NE | $79,840 | -22.3% | $38.38/hr |
| Credit Analyst in NE | $79,730 | -22.4% | $38.33/hr |
| Economist in NE | $75,880 | -26.2% | $36.48/hr |
| Financial Examiner in NE | $74,460 | -27.6% | $35.80/hr |
| Compliance Officer in NE | $73,920 | -28.1% | $35.54/hr |
| Accountant in NE | $72,080 | -29.9% | $34.65/hr |
| Tax Examiner in NE | $66,290 | -35.5% | $31.87/hr |