Will AI replace actuaries?

This data cannot say. It measures how much of the work AI is already used for today: 5% of the tasks, which is little observed. It is not a forecast of job loss.

What do actuaries earn?

The national median is $130,000 a year (Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Actuaries: how much of the work does AI already do?

5% · Little observed

AI use for actuaries work is little observed so far.

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet.

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What this means for your search

AI skills are optional for this role right now. Little use is seen so far.

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Median pay: $130,000

What the job involves

Analyze statistical information to estimate mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates.
Design, review, and help administer insurance, annuity and pension plans, determining financial soundness and calculating premiums.
Collaborate with programmers, underwriters, accounts, claims experts, and senior management to help companies develop plans for new lines of business or improvements to existing business.
Determine, or help determine, company policy, and explain complex technical matters to company executives, government officials, shareholders, policyholders, or the public.

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Will AI replace actuaries?: This data cannot say. It measures how much of the work AI is already used for today: 5% of the tasks, which is little observed. It is not a forecast of job loss.
How is the number worked out?: Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index, March 2026.
What do actuaries earn?: The national median is $130,000 a year (Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Exposure: Anthropic Economic Index, March 2026. Pay and growth: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Tasks and skills: O*NET. All jobs.