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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Actuary IV?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Actuary IV roles, with salaries approximately 36% above the market median.

How does experience change An Actuary 's salary?

An Actuary 's salary grows with experience: an Actuary II (2-4 years)earns $91,243, an Actuary III (4-7 years)earns $107,156, an Actuary IV (7+ years)earns $142,611, an Actuary V (7-10 years)earns $167,055, an Actuarial Fellow (10-12 years)earns $184,753,

What are the highest paying states for an Actuary IV?

Actuary IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Actuary IV roles are District of Columbia $155,919, California $155,328, Massachusetts $153,258. 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: $400,489; Actuary V: $164,960; Actuary Consultant IV: $140,890; Insurance Actuary IV: $140,843; Actuary III: $105,812.

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Actuary IV Salary in Delaware

How much does an Actuary IV make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Actuary IV in Delaware is $142,611 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,985
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,462 to $151,705
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,401

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Actuary IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,705	$12,642	$2,917	$73
Average	$142,611	$11,884	$2,743	$69
25th Percentile	$130,462	$10,872	$2,509	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Actuary IV Salaries

An Actuary IV'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.

How Experience Level Affects Actuary Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Actuary IV's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Actuary II (2-4 years): $91,243
Actuary III (4-7 years): $107,156
Actuary IV (7+ years): $142,611
Actuary V (7-10 years): $167,055
Actuarial Fellow (10-12 years): $184,753

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Actuary II	2-4 years	$91,243
Actuary III	4-7 years	$107,156
Actuary IV	7+ years	$142,611
Actuary V	7-10 years	$167,055
Actuarial Fellow	10-12 years	$184,753

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How Do Actuary IV 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 IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $155,919.
California: $155,328.
Massachusetts: $153,258.

District of Columbia $155,919 California $155,328 Massachusetts $153,258 Washington $152,694 New Jersey $152,638 Alaska $152,441 Connecticut $150,498 New York $149,709

Hawaii $147,188 Rhode Island $146,005 Maryland $145,203 Minnesota $144,104 Colorado $143,682 Illinois $143,541 Oregon $143,006 Delaware $142,611

New Hampshire $142,364 Virginia $141,809 Pennsylvania $140,189 Nevada $139,373 North Dakota $139,105 Michigan $138,682 Wisconsin $138,528 Vermont $138,218

Texas $137,359 Maine $137,302 Arizona $137,218 Ohio $137,119 Georgia $135,824 Indiana $135,176 Wyoming $135,049 Utah $134,852

Iowa $134,768 Kansas $134,092 Louisiana $133,895 North Carolina $133,824 Missouri $133,796 Florida $133,247 Montana $132,951 Nebraska $132,669

Kentucky $132,514 South Carolina $131,951 Tennessee $131,599 Idaho $131,458 New Mexico $130,430 Oklahoma $130,205 Alabama $129,374 South Dakota $127,980

Arkansas $127,219 West Virginia $126,811 Mississippi $125,586

Top Paying Cities for Actuary IVs

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: $141,969
Little Creek: $143,009
Magnolia: $142,803

Lincoln, DE $141,969 Little Creek, DE $143,009 Magnolia, DE $142,803 Milford, DE $142,330 Marydel, DE $142,564 Millsboro, DE $141,374 Millville, DE $141,592 Milton, DE $141,837

Nassau, DE $141,940 Ocean View, DE $141,568 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,840 Seaford, DE $141,920 Selbyville, DE $141,333 Smyrna, DE $143,107 Viola, DE $142,448 Woodside, DE $142,831

Bear, DE $142,502 Newark, DE $142,448 Claymont, DE $142,740 Delaware City, DE $142,590 Hockessin, DE $142,435 Kirkwood, DE $142,564 Middletown, DE $142,618 Montchanin, DE $142,468

New Castle, DE $142,489 Odessa, DE $142,689 Port Penn, DE $142,785 Rockland, DE $142,482 Saint Georges, DE $142,573 Townsend, DE $142,793 Winterthur, DE $142,499 Lewes, DE $141,892

Wilmington, DE $142,442 Dover, DE $143,009 Dover Afb, DE $142,255 Bethany Beach, DE $141,419 Bethel, DE $141,565 Bridgeville, DE $141,899 Camden Wyoming, DE $142,606 Cheswold, DE $142,962

Clayton, DE $142,966 Dagsboro, DE $141,320 Delmar, DE $141,093 Ellendale, DE $141,521 Felton, DE $142,319 Fenwick Island, DE $141,351 Frankford, DE $141,105 Frederica, DE $142,459

Georgetown, DE $141,267 Greenwood, DE $141,921 Harbeson, DE $141,417 Harrington, DE $142,138 Hartly, DE $142,580 Houston, DE $141,936 Kenton, DE $142,973 Laurel, DE $141,182

Yorklyn, DE $142,478

Actuary IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Actuary IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $159,510. While startup companies pay approximate $134,898.

Actuary IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$134,898
Growth Stage	51~500	$142,675
Established	501~5000	$154,037
Enterprise	5000+	$159,510

Actuary IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Actuary IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 36% above the average. In contrast, Actuary positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Actuary IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Actuary IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$194,308	$93.0	36%
Internet	$180,047	$87.0	26%
Financial Services	$172,916	$83.0	21%
Pharmaceuticals	$168,638	$81.0	18%
Biotechnology	$165,786	$80.0	16%

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

Understanding how an Actuary IV'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.

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$130,462

Average $142,611/year

$151,705

$10,872

Average $11,884/month

$12,642

$2,509

Average $2,743/week

$2,917

$63

Average $69/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,705	$12,642	$2,917	$73
Average	$142,611	$11,884	$2,743	$69
25th Percentile	$130,462	$10,872	$2,509	$63

Actuary IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Actuary IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Actuary V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $167,055 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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