Career comparison
Actuary vs Investment Banker
Compensation, growth, stability, and remote flexibility — side by side.
Actuary
$113,000
Strong Career • 74/100
Investment Banker
$180,000
Strong Career • 78/100
Side-by-side metrics
| Metric | Actuary | Investment Banker |
|---|---|---|
| Industry | Business Operations | Finance |
| National median | $113,000 | $180,000 |
| Entry (p10) | $75,000 | $100,000 |
| Top 10% (p90) | $200,000 | $400,000 |
| Growth outlook | Much faster than average | Faster than average |
| Typical education | Bachelor's degree | Bachelor's degree |
| Remote score | 40/100 | 40/100 |
| Career Opportunity | 74/100 (Strong Career) | 78/100 (Strong Career) |
Opportunity dimensions
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Actuary score
74/100
Strong
74
Strong Career
Investment Banker score
78/100
Strong
78
Strong Career