What are the main factors that influence a Chief Actuary'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 Chief Actuary?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Chief Actuary roles, with salaries approximately 45% above the market median.

How does experience change A Chief Actuary's salary?

A Chief Actuary's salary grows with experience: an Actuarial Fellow (10-12 years)earns $183,312, an Actuarial Services Manager (12+ years)earns $172,964, an Actuarial Services Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $227,330, an Actuarial Services Director (12+ years)earns $239,867, a Chief Actuary (12+ years)earns $400,921,

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Actuary?

Chief Actuary salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Actuary roles are District of Columbia $443,421, California $441,739, Massachusetts $435,852. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Actuary roles make?

Salaries for Chief Actuary level roles vary by specialization: Chief Consulting Actuary: $182,440; Actuary V: $164,960; Actuary IV: $140,823; Actuary III: $105,812; Actuary II: $90,099.

Chief Actuary Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chief Actuary make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Actuary in Delaware is $405,575 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $195.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $526,504
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $378,916 to $468,874
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $354,644

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Chief Actuary Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$468,874	$39,073	$9,017	$225
Average	$405,575	$33,798	$7,800	$195
25th Percentile	$378,916	$31,576	$7,287	$182

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Actuary Salaries

A Chief Actuary'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 Chief Actuary Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Actuary'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $183,312
Early Career (1-2 years): $172,964
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $227,330
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $239,867
Expert (over 8 years): $400,921

Levels	Salary
Actuarial... Level Chief Actuary	$183,312
Actuarial... Level Chief Actuary	$172,964
Actuarial... Level Chief Actuary	$227,330
Actuarial... Level Chief Actuary	$239,867
Chief Act... Level Chief Actuary	$400,921

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

District of Columbia: $443,421.
California: $441,739.
Massachusetts: $435,852.

District of Columbia $443,421 California $441,739 Massachusetts $435,852 Washington $434,250 New Jersey $434,090 Alaska $433,529 Connecticut $428,003 New York $425,760

Hawaii $418,591 Rhode Island $415,227 Maryland $412,944 Minnesota $409,820 Colorado $408,619 Illinois $408,218 Oregon $406,697 Delaware $405,575

New Hampshire $404,870 Virginia $403,292 Pennsylvania $398,687 Nevada $396,364 North Dakota $395,603 Michigan $394,402 Wisconsin $393,961 Vermont $393,080

Texas $390,637 Maine $390,477 Arizona $390,236 Ohio $389,956 Georgia $386,272 Indiana $384,429 Wyoming $384,069 Utah $383,508

Iowa $383,268 Kansas $381,346 Louisiana $380,785 North Carolina $380,585 Missouri $380,505 Florida $378,943 Montana $378,102 Nebraska $377,301

Kentucky $376,860 South Carolina $375,258 Tennessee $374,257 Idaho $373,856 New Mexico $370,933 Oklahoma $370,292 Alabama $367,929 South Dakota $363,964

Arkansas $361,802 West Virginia $360,640 Mississippi $357,156

Top Paying Cities for Chief Actuaries

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: $403,749
Little Creek: $406,705
Magnolia: $406,120

Lincoln, DE $403,749 Little Creek, DE $406,705 Magnolia, DE $406,120 Milford, DE $404,774 Marydel, DE $405,439 Millsboro, DE $402,055 Millville, DE $402,676 Milton, DE $403,373

Nassau, DE $403,665 Ocean View, DE $402,608 Rehoboth Beach, DE $403,381 Seaford, DE $403,609 Selbyville, DE $401,939 Smyrna, DE $406,985 Viola, DE $405,111 Woodside, DE $406,200

Bear, DE $405,263 Newark, DE $405,111 Claymont, DE $405,940 Delaware City, DE $405,515 Hockessin, DE $405,075 Kirkwood, DE $405,439 Middletown, DE $405,595 Montchanin, DE $405,167

New Castle, DE $405,227 Odessa, DE $405,795 Port Penn, DE $406,068 Rockland, DE $405,207 Saint Georges, DE $405,467 Townsend, DE $406,092 Winterthur, DE $405,255 Lewes, DE $403,529

Wilmington, DE $405,095 Dover, DE $406,705 Dover Afb, DE $404,562 Bethany Beach, DE $402,183 Bethel, DE $402,600 Bridgeville, DE $403,549 Camden Wyoming, DE $405,559 Cheswold, DE $406,572

Clayton, DE $406,584 Dagsboro, DE $401,903 Delmar, DE $401,258 Ellendale, DE $402,475 Felton, DE $404,742 Fenwick Island, DE $401,991 Frankford, DE $401,290 Frederica, DE $405,143

Georgetown, DE $401,751 Greenwood, DE $403,613 Harbeson, DE $402,179 Harrington, DE $404,230 Hartly, DE $405,487 Houston, DE $403,653 Kenton, DE $406,604 Laurel, DE $401,510

Yorklyn, DE $405,195

Chief Actuary Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Chief Actuary roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 95% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 45% above the average. In contrast, Chief Actuary positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Chief Actuary as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Chief Actuary

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$588,084	$283.0	45%
Internet	$567,805	$273.0	40%
Biotechnology	$527,248	$253.0	30%
Financial Services	$527,248	$253.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$527,248	$253.0	30%

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

Understanding how a Chief Actuary'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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$378,916

Average $405,575/year

$468,874

$31,576

Average $33,798/month

$39,073

$7,287

Average $7,800/week

$9,017

$182

Average $195/hour

$225

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$468,874	$39,073	$9,017	$225
Average	$405,575	$33,798	$7,800	$195
25th Percentile	$378,916	$31,576	$7,287	$182

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