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Actuary vs Real Estate Agent salary

In Denmark, a actuary earns about 73% more than a real estate agent $214,030 vs $123,832 per year.

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Finance & Business
Actuary
$214,030/yr
Monthly
$17,841
Hourly
$103
Range
$140,832$303,495
10-yr outlook
+22%
Finance & Business
Real Estate Agent
$123,832/yr
Monthly
$10,319
Hourly
$59
Range
$56,963$205,561
10-yr outlook
+3%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileActuaryReal Estate Agent
Entry (10th)$140,832$56,963
25th$177,431$90,397
Median$214,030$123,832
75th$258,763$164,696
Senior (90th)$303,495$205,561

National Denmark figures in DKK. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a actuary or real estate agent earn more in Denmark?
A actuary earns more, at about 1.400.000 kr. per year vs 810.000 kr. for a real estate agent — roughly 73% (590.000 kr.) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Denmark?
A actuary typically earns 921.200 kr.–1.985.200 kr., while a real estate agent earns 372.600 kr.–1.344.600 kr. per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Denmark?
On a monthly basis before tax, a actuary averages about 116.700 kr. and a real estate agent about 67.500 kr..
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Denmark, a actuary earns about 921.200 kr. while a real estate agent earns about 372.600 kr. per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Denmark, a actuary earns about 1.985.200 kr. while a real estate agent earns about 1.344.600 kr. per year.
Are actuary and real estate agent similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Finance & Business category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.