What are the main factors that influence an Actuary III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Actuary 's salary?

An Actuary 's salary grows with experience: an Actuary I (0-2 years)earns $81,834, an Actuary II (2-4 years)earns $91,243, an Actuary III (4-7 years)earns $107,155, an Actuary IV (7+ years)earns $142,590, an Actuary V (7-10 years)earns $167,045,

What are the highest paying states for an Actuary III?

Actuary III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Actuary III roles are District of Columbia $117,154, California $116,710, Massachusetts $115,154. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Actuary roles make?

Salaries for Actuary level roles vary by specialization: Chief Actuary: $400,138; Actuary V: $164,950; Actuary IV: $140,802; Actuary Consultant III: $105,833; Insurance Actuary III: $105,801.

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Actuary III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Actuary III make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Actuary III in Delaware is $107,155 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, an Actuary III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,043
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,888 to $117,042
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,362

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Actuary III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,042	$9,753	$2,251	$56
Average	$107,155	$8,930	$2,061	$52
25th Percentile	$98,888	$8,241	$1,902	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Actuary III Salaries

An Actuary III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Actuary I	0-2 years	$81,834
Actuary II	2-4 years	$91,243
Actuary III	4-7 years	$107,155
Actuary IV	7+ years	$142,590
Actuary V	7-10 years	$167,045

How Do Actuary III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Actuary IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $117,154.
California: $116,710.
Massachusetts: $115,154.

District of Columbia $117,154 California $116,710 Massachusetts $115,154 Washington $114,731 New Jersey $114,689 Alaska $114,540 Connecticut $113,080 New York $112,488

Hawaii $110,594 Rhode Island $109,705 Maryland $109,102 Minnesota $108,276 Colorado $107,959 Illinois $107,853 Oregon $107,451 Delaware $107,155

New Hampshire $106,969 Virginia $106,552 Pennsylvania $105,335 Nevada $104,721 North Dakota $104,520 Michigan $104,203 Wisconsin $104,086 Vermont $103,853

Texas $103,208 Maine $103,166 Arizona $103,102 Ohio $103,028 Georgia $102,055 Indiana $101,568 Wyoming $101,473 Utah $101,325

Iowa $101,261 Kansas $100,753 Louisiana $100,605 North Carolina $100,552 Missouri $100,531 Florida $100,118 Montana $99,896 Nebraska $99,685

Kentucky $99,568 South Carolina $99,145 Tennessee $98,880 Idaho $98,775 New Mexico $98,002 Oklahoma $97,833 Alabama $97,209 South Dakota $96,161

Arkansas $95,590 West Virginia $95,283 Mississippi $94,362

Top Paying Cities for Actuary IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $106,672
Little Creek: $107,453
Magnolia: $107,299

Lincoln, DE $106,672 Little Creek, DE $107,453 Magnolia, DE $107,299 Milford, DE $106,943 Marydel, DE $107,119 Millsboro, DE $106,225 Millville, DE $106,389 Milton, DE $106,573

Nassau, DE $106,650 Ocean View, DE $106,371 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,575 Seaford, DE $106,635 Selbyville, DE $106,194 Smyrna, DE $107,527 Viola, DE $107,032 Woodside, DE $107,320

Bear, DE $107,072 Newark, DE $107,032 Claymont, DE $107,251 Delaware City, DE $107,139 Hockessin, DE $107,023 Kirkwood, DE $107,119 Middletown, DE $107,160 Montchanin, DE $107,047

New Castle, DE $107,063 Odessa, DE $107,213 Port Penn, DE $107,285 Rockland, DE $107,057 Saint Georges, DE $107,126 Townsend, DE $107,291 Winterthur, DE $107,070 Lewes, DE $106,614

Wilmington, DE $107,028 Dover, DE $107,453 Dover Afb, DE $106,887 Bethany Beach, DE $106,259 Bethel, DE $106,369 Bridgeville, DE $106,619 Camden Wyoming, DE $107,151 Cheswold, DE $107,418

Clayton, DE $107,421 Dagsboro, DE $106,185 Delmar, DE $106,014 Ellendale, DE $106,336 Felton, DE $106,935 Fenwick Island, DE $106,208 Frankford, DE $106,023 Frederica, DE $107,041

Georgetown, DE $106,144 Greenwood, DE $106,636 Harbeson, DE $106,258 Harrington, DE $106,799 Hartly, DE $107,132 Houston, DE $106,647 Kenton, DE $107,427 Laurel, DE $106,081

Yorklyn, DE $107,054

Actuary III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Actuary III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$98,888

Average $107,155/year

$117,042

$8,241

Average $8,930/month

$9,753

$1,902

Average $2,061/week

$2,251

$48

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,042	$9,753	$2,251	$56
Average	$107,155	$8,930	$2,061	$52
25th Percentile	$98,888	$8,241	$1,902	$48

Actuary III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Actuary III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Actuary IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $142,590 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.

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