Actuaries vs. Advertising and Promotions Managers: Who Earns More?
Advertising and Promotions Managers out-earn Actuaries by $4K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Actuaries land at $130,000 and Advertising and Promotions Managers at $133,660. The education gap is real: actuary programs typically require bachelor's degree, while advertising and promotions manager programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Actuaries is Connecticut ($166,800); for Advertising and Promotions Managers it's New York ($173,700).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Actuaries median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Actuaries or Advertising and Promotions Managers?
Advertising and Promotions Managers earn more nationally. The median is $130,000 for Actuaries versus $133,660 for Advertising and Promotions Managers, a difference of $4K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Actuaries or Advertising and Promotions Managers?
Actuaries has the better 10-year outlook at 21.8% projected growth, compared to -2.2% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Actuaries or Advertising and Promotions Managers?
Actuaries typically requires bachelor's degree. Advertising and Promotions Managers requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Actuaries get paid the most?
Connecticut is the top-paying state for Actuaries at $166,800/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Actuaries vs. Advertising and Promotions Managers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Connecticut, Actuaries earn $166,800 vs. $129,280 for Advertising and Promotions Managers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.