Actuary Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 890+ workers in Wisconsin
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WI)
$131,640
$63.29/hr
vs National Average
$124,781
+5.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$77K – $205K
890 employed in Wisconsin
Salary Distribution — Actuary in Wisconsin
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $76,890 |
| 25th percentile | $95,620 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $131,640 |
| 75th percentile | $160,510 |
| 90th percentile | $204,790 |
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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wisconsin) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $108,610 |
| 2023 | $106,840 |
| 2024 | $122,140 |
| 2025 | $131,640 |
| 2026 (projected) | $139,538 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wisconsin Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $108,610 | $112,138 |
| 2023 | $106,840 | $112,820 |
| 2024 | $122,140 | $121,524 |
| 2025 | $131,640 | $124,781 |
| 2026 (projected) | $139,538 | $132,268 |
Actuary Salary by Experience Level in Wisconsin
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $95,620 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $131,640 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $160,510 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $204,790 |
Actuary Salary in Other States
Related Actuary Salaries in Wisconsin
How other high-demand occupations in Wisconsin compare to Actuary ($131,640 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Actuary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Manager in WI | $139,720 | +6.1% | $67.17/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in WI | $119,430 | -9.3% | $57.42/hr |
| Financial Analyst in WI | $95,570 | -27.4% | $45.95/hr |
| Financial Examiner in WI | $86,320 | -34.4% | $41.50/hr |
| Economist in WI | $84,000 | -36.2% | $40.38/hr |
| Budget Analyst in WI | $82,180 | -37.6% | $39.51/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in WI | $79,450 | -39.6% | $38.20/hr |
| Accountant in WI | $79,400 | -39.7% | $38.17/hr |
| Compliance Officer in WI | $78,800 | -40.1% | $37.88/hr |
| Loan Officer in WI | $78,290 | -40.5% | $37.64/hr |
| Securities Sales Agent in WI | $74,010 | -43.8% | $35.58/hr |
| Credit Analyst in WI | $68,690 | -47.8% | $33.02/hr |