Actuaries Salary in California
Actuaries in California earn a median of $130,510 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $130,510
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($130,000)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,280
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,510; the top 10% earn over $219,490. Nationally the range is $78,570 to $215,100.
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Actuaries pay in California
How much do actuaries make in California?
The median is $130,510 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,510 and the top 10% earn over $219,490. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for actuaries?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 36 (0% vs. the national median of $130,000). Living costs are not included.