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Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) Salary in San Jose, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) in San Jose, CA.

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Demand: +21%
$193,120
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $92.85/hr
📊 80% Range: $133,280 – $299,200
📍 Regional Multiplier: +36% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $133,280
25th % Junior $163,200
50th % Median $193,120
75th % Senior $246,160
90th % Top 10% $299,200
Base Annual Salary $193,120
Target Annual Bonus $23,174
Annual Stock / Equity $42,486
Total Compensation (TC) $258,781
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Verified Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) Openings in San Jose, CA

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Salary Progression by Experience Level in San Jose, CA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS)

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS)

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$133,280
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS)

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$193,120
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS)

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$246,160
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$299,200

Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$195,960

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$193,120

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$190,280

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$181,760

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$181,760

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$181,760

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$177,500

California

COL Index: 142%
$177,500

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Actuaries calculate statistical probability and financial cost of risk in insurance premiums, pension funds, and catastrophic financial liabilities.

Required Education
Bachelor's in Actuarial Science / SOA Exam Credentials
Experience Benchmark
4-8 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+21%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) make in San Jose, CA?

The median annual salary for a Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) in San Jose, CA is $193,120, with entry-level professionals earning around $133,280 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $299,200.

What is the average hourly rate for a Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) in San Jose, CA?

On average, a Credentialed Actuary (FSA/FCAS) in San Jose, CA makes approximately $92.85 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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