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Society of Actuaries Announces: U.S. News & World Report Ranks Actuary in Top 10 of 2025 Best Jobs

CHICAGO, IL, February 6, 2025 — U.S. News & World Report has recognized the actuarial profession with top rankings in several of its annual Best Jobs categories. Actuary was listed tenth within the 100 Best Jobs of 2025, and also in Best Technology Jobs and Best STEM Jobs. Actuaries are professional experts in measuring and analyzing risk. They work in a variety of fields, including insurance, healthcare, consulting, financial services, government and education.

In an increasingly complex world, organizations need the skillset of actuaries to help navigate risks and safeguard financial security. Actuaries combine their deep knowledge of math, human behavior, and business realities to help people and organizations understand the risks ahead and plan for the future.

In 2025, the actuarial career ranks as follows:

  • #5 in Best Technology Jobs
  • #7 in Best Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Jobs
  • #10 in 100 Best Jobs

U.S. News & World Report publishes its annual rankings to provide insight to individuals seeking guidance on career choices. The metrics used to determine this year’s rankings include future job prospects, salary potential, employment rates, job safety and stability, and work/life balance.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of actuaries is projected to grow  22% from 2023 to 2033,much faster than average for all occupations.. The Society of Actuaries (SOA) offers access to a community of career actuaries and professional resources. Learn more about the SOA’s free Affiliate Membership, which is open to anyone with an interest in the actuarial profession.

About The SOA

With roots dating back to 1889, the Society of Actuaries (SOA) is the world’s largest actuarial professional organization with more than 33,000 actuaries as members. Through research and education, the SOA’s mission is to advance actuarial knowledge and enhance actuaries’ ability to provide expert advice and relevant solutions for financial, business and societal challenges. The SOA’s vision is for actuaries to be the leading professionals in measuring and managing risk. To learn more, visit soa.org.