Actuaries vs. Agricultural Inspectors: Who Earns More?
Actuariess out-earn Agricultural Inspectorss by $75K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2024. Actuariess land at $125,770 and Agricultural Inspectorss at $50,990. The education gap is real: actuary programs typically require bachelor's degree, while agricultural inspector programs require no formal educational credential. Top-paying state for Actuariess is District of Columbia ($153,340); for Agricultural Inspectorss it's Michigan ($72,300).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Actuaries median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Actuariess or Agricultural Inspectorss?
Actuariess earn more nationally. The median is $125,770 for Actuariess versus $50,990 for Agricultural Inspectorss, a difference of $75K. Per BLS OEWS May 2024.
Which has better job growth, Actuaries or Agricultural Inspectors?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Actuaries or Agricultural Inspectors?
Actuaries typically requires bachelor's degree. Agricultural Inspectors requires no formal educational credential. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Actuariess get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Actuariess at $153,340/year, per BLS OEWS May 2024. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Actuaries vs. Agricultural Inspectors pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Actuariess earn $153,260 vs. $62,560 for Agricultural Inspectorss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.