Actuary Salary in North Carolina
Based on 610+ workers in North Carolina
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NC)
$128,730
$61.89/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
+3.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$72K – $194K
610 employed in North Carolina
Salary Distribution — Actuary in North Carolina
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $72,420 |
| 25th percentile | $89,610 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $128,730 |
| 75th percentile | $154,450 |
| 90th percentile | $193,830 |
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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina vs National
| Year | Median Salary (North Carolina) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $135,180 |
| 2023 | $130,190 |
| 2024 | $129,850 |
| 2025 | $128,730 |
| 2026 (projected) | $128,730 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | North Carolina Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $135,180 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $130,190 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $129,850 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $128,730 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $128,730 | $124,781 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in North Carolina
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $89,610 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $128,730 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $154,450 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $193,830 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in North Carolina
How other high-demand occupations in North Carolina compare to Actuary ($128,730 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in NC | $166,780 | +29.6% | $80.18/hr |
| Economist in NC | $136,150 | +5.8% | $65.46/hr |
| Financial Analyst in NC | $102,390 | -20.5% | $49.23/hr |
| Financial Examiner in NC | $100,730 | -21.8% | $48.43/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in NC | $96,880 | -24.7% | $46.58/hr |
| Credit Analyst in NC | $94,570 | -26.5% | $45.47/hr |
| Budget Analyst in NC | $82,350 | -36.0% | $39.59/hr |
| Accountant in NC | $82,050 | -36.3% | $39.45/hr |
| Tax Examiner in NC | $80,900 | -37.2% | $38.89/hr |
| Compliance Officer in NC | $78,500 | -39.0% | $37.74/hr |
| Loan Officer in NC | $75,920 | -41.0% | $36.50/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in NC | $74,040 | -42.5% | $35.60/hr |