Will AI replace actuaries?AI replacement risk 74% and how the work is changing
Median annual pay
$130,000
25th–75th pct. $97,680–$170,650
Top pay (est.)
$279,600
Top 10% $215,100
Pay in 5 years
$147,400est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$167,100est.
$143,700–$194,000
Outlook score
57/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
74%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+9.2%
1,500 openings / yr
Will AI replace Actuaries? AI replacement risk
74%
High
Ranked #763 safest from AI among all U.S. occupations
Very lowLowModerateHighVery high
How AI is changing this job
A written analysis for this occupation is being prepared.
AI replacement risk compares the parts of a job that are easy to hand to AI or software (processing information, documentation, repetitive computer work) with the parts that are hard to automate (physical work, working closely with people, judgment in unpredictable settings), using O*NET work activities, work context, skills and knowledge. The result is a relative position among all occupations in the country, scaled to 0–100%. Methodology →
Skills, education and requirements for Actuaries
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Analyzing Data or InformationProcessing InformationMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeGetting InformationEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Important abilities
Number FacilityMathematical ReasoningOral ExpressionOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInductive Reasoning
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.