Actuary Salary in Rhode Island
Based on 100+ workers in Rhode Island
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (RI)
$111,090
$53.41/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
-11.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$76K – $183K
100 employed in Rhode Island
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Rhode Island
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $76,120 |
| 25th percentile | $78,110 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $111,090 |
| 75th percentile | $156,700 |
| 90th percentile | $182,530 |
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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Rhode Island) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $97,890 |
| 2023 | $106,890 |
| 2024 | $108,890 |
| 2025 | $111,090 |
| 2026 (projected) | $113,334 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Rhode Island Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $97,890 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $106,890 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $108,890 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $111,090 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $113,334 | $127,302 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Rhode Island
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $78,110 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $111,090 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $156,700 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $182,530 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Rhode Island
How other high-demand occupations in Rhode Island compare to Actuary ($111,090 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in RI | $166,940 | +50.3% | $80.26/hr |
| Financial Analyst in RI | $100,550 | -9.5% | $48.34/hr |
| Accountant in RI | $95,820 | -13.7% | $46.07/hr |
| Financial Examiner in RI | $94,130 | -15.3% | $45.25/hr |
| Budget Analyst in RI | $92,790 | -16.5% | $44.61/hr |
| Compliance Officer in RI | $87,620 | -21.1% | $42.13/hr |
| Credit Analyst in RI | $85,920 | -22.7% | $41.31/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in RI | $80,200 | -27.8% | $38.56/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in RI | $79,930 | -28.0% | $38.43/hr |
| Tax Examiner in RI | $78,990 | -28.9% | $37.98/hr |
| Loan Officer in RI | $77,250 | -30.5% | $37.14/hr |
| Chemical Engineer in RI | $111,590 | +0.5% | $53.65/hr |