Actuary Salary in Virginia
Based on 440+ workers in Virginia
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (VA)
$131,900
$63.41/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
+5.7% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$82K – $213K
440 employed in Virginia
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Virginia
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $82,120 |
| 25th percentile | $100,580 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $131,900 |
| 75th percentile | $166,920 |
| 90th percentile | $212,740 |
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 Virginia 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 Virginia vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Virginia) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,230 |
| 2023 | $117,670 |
| 2024 | $135,880 |
| 2025 | $131,900 |
| 2026 (projected) | $131,900 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Virginia Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,230 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $117,670 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $135,880 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $131,900 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $131,900 | $124,781 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Virginia
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $100,580 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $131,900 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $166,920 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $212,740 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Virginia
How other high-demand occupations in Virginia compare to Actuary ($131,900 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in VA | $185,220 | +40.4% | $89.05/hr |
| Economist in VA | $137,590 | +4.3% | $66.15/hr |
| Financial Analyst in VA | $105,490 | -20.0% | $50.72/hr |
| Budget Analyst in VA | $105,470 | -20.0% | $50.71/hr |
| Financial Examiner in VA | $104,060 | -21.1% | $50.03/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in VA | $102,640 | -22.2% | $49.35/hr |
| Credit Analyst in VA | $102,430 | -22.3% | $49.25/hr |
| Accountant in VA | $93,290 | -29.3% | $44.85/hr |
| Tax Examiner in VA | $92,930 | -29.5% | $44.68/hr |
| Compliance Officer in VA | $80,380 | -39.1% | $38.64/hr |
| Loan Officer in VA | $78,320 | -40.6% | $37.65/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in VA | $62,910 | -52.3% | $30.25/hr |