Actuary Salary in Tennessee
Based on 300+ workers in Tennessee
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (TN)
$108,930
$52.37/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
-12.7% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$74K – $248K
300 employed in Tennessee
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Tennessee
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $74,350 |
| 25th percentile | $78,390 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $108,930 |
| 75th percentile | $150,490 |
| 90th percentile | $248,240 |
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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Tennessee) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $82,340 |
| 2023 | $97,890 |
| 2024 | $118,020 |
| 2025 | $108,930 |
| 2026 (projected) | $108,930 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Tennessee Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $82,340 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $97,890 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $118,020 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $108,930 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $108,930 | $124,781 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Tennessee
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $78,390 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $108,930 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $150,490 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $248,240 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Tennessee
How other high-demand occupations in Tennessee compare to Actuary ($108,930 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in TN | $141,010 | +29.5% | $67.79/hr |
| Economist in TN | $117,650 | +8.0% | $56.56/hr |
| Financial Analyst in TN | $92,990 | -14.6% | $44.71/hr |
| Financial Examiner in TN | $87,110 | -20.0% | $41.88/hr |
| Budget Analyst in TN | $86,570 | -20.5% | $41.62/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in TN | $84,160 | -22.7% | $40.46/hr |
| Accountant in TN | $76,840 | -29.5% | $36.94/hr |
| Credit Analyst in TN | $72,550 | -33.4% | $34.88/hr |
| Tax Examiner in TN | $69,240 | -36.4% | $33.29/hr |
| Compliance Officer in TN | $63,960 | -41.3% | $30.75/hr |
| Loan Officer in TN | $62,800 | -42.3% | $30.19/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in TN | $58,050 | -46.7% | $27.91/hr |