Actuaries Salary in New York
Actuaries in New York earn a median of $156,480 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $156,480
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($130,000)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 2,630
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,250; the top 10% earn over $277,800. Nationally the range is $78,570 to $215,100.
States ranked near New York
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Actuaries pay in New York
How much do actuaries make in New York?
The median is $156,480 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,250 and the top 10% earn over $277,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for actuaries?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 36 (+20% vs. the national median of $130,000). Living costs are not included.