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Actuary
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Use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess risk and help businesses make sound decisions about uncertainty
$65,000 – $180,00060% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels
Actuarial Analyst → Associate Actuary → Fellow/Senior Actuary → Chief Actuary
$180k
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60%
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Actuaries analyze financial risk using mathematics, statistics, and financial theory. They design insurance products, pension plans, and investment strategies, determining how much companies should charge or set aside for future obligations. They are among the highest-paid professionals with excellent job satisfaction ratings. Industry Demand: very high — consistently ranked top-10 career with 21% growth projected, approximately 30,000 actuaries in the US
💰 Salary Range
Entry
$65K
Senior
$180K
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