Actuary Salary in Utah
Based on 180+ workers in Utah
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (UT)
$132,720
$63.81/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
+6.4% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$84K – $171K
180 employed in Utah
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Utah
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $84,010 |
| 25th percentile | $113,170 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $132,720 |
| 75th percentile | $132,720 |
| 90th percentile | $171,270 |
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 Utah 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 Utah vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Utah) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $61,090 |
| 2023 | $72,450 |
| 2024 | $128,860 |
| 2025 | $132,720 |
| 2026 (projected) | $136,696 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Utah Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $61,090 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $72,450 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $128,860 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $132,720 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $136,696 | $128,519 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $113,170 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $132,720 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $132,720 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $171,270 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Utah
How other high-demand occupations in Utah compare to Actuary ($132,720 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in UT | $150,450 | +13.4% | $72.33/hr |
| Financial Examiner in UT | $92,000 | -30.7% | $44.23/hr |
| Financial Analyst in UT | $91,370 | -31.2% | $43.93/hr |
| Budget Analyst in UT | $88,610 | -33.2% | $42.60/hr |
| Accountant in UT | $79,990 | -39.7% | $38.46/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in UT | $77,390 | -41.7% | $37.21/hr |
| Tax Examiner in UT | $76,530 | -42.3% | $36.79/hr |
| Credit Analyst in UT | $74,430 | -43.9% | $35.78/hr |
| Compliance Officer in UT | $67,370 | -49.2% | $32.39/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in UT | $64,660 | -51.3% | $31.09/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in UT | $61,230 | -53.9% | $29.44/hr |
| Loan Officer in UT | $59,440 | -55.2% | $28.58/hr |