National Occupational Classification, TEER 1
NOC 21210: Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries
Mathematicians and statisticians research mathematical or statistical theories, and develop and apply mathematical or statistical techniques for solving problems in such fields as science, engineering, business and social science. Below are the main duties, all 46 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 21210?
NOC 21210 is the code for mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include actuary, biostatistician, consulting actuary and demographer. It is a TEER 1 occupation (usually a university degree), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $51.00 an hour.
- NOC code
- 21210
- TEER
- 1: University degree
- Broad category
- Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $51.00 an hour
Job titles under NOC 21210
Mathematicians and statisticians research mathematical or statistical theories, and develop and apply mathematical or statistical techniques for solving problems in such fields as science, engineering, business and social science. Actuaries apply mathematics, statistics, probability and risk theory to assess potential financial impacts of future events. Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries are employed by universities, governments, bank and trust companies, insurance companies, pension benefit consulting firms, professional associations, and science and engineering consulting firms.
Main job titles
- actuary
- biostatistician
- consulting actuary
- demographer
- insurance actuary
- mathematician
- statistical analyst
- statistician
All 46 job titles in the NOC index
actuarial analyst, actuarial assistant, actuary, analysis supervisor - statistics, applied mathematician, applied statistician, associate actuary, biological and agricultural science statistician, biometrician, biostatistician, business and economics statistician, casualty actuary, chemistry statistician, cipher expert, consulting actuary, consulting pension actuary, cryptanalyst, cryptoanalyst, cryptographer, demographer, education statistician, environmental epidemiologist, epidemiologist (except physician and veterinarian), financial statistician, industrial statistician, insurance actuary, life actuary, mathematical statistician, mathematician, medical statistician, operations research analyst, operations researcher, opinion polling statistician, physical science and engineering statistician, public health statistician, research mathematician, sales statistician, senior actuarial analyst, social science statistician, statistical analysis supervisor, statistical analyst, statistical consultant, statistical methodologist, statistician, survey statistician, vital statistician.
Main duties of NOC 21210
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Mathematicians
- Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas of mathematics such as algebra, geometry, probability and logic
- Apply mathematical techniques to the solution of problems in scientific fields such as physical science, engineering, computer science or other fields such as operations research, business or management.
Statisticians
- Conduct research into the mathematical basis of the science of statistics
- Develop statistical methodology and advise on the practical application of statistical methodology
- Apply statistical theory and methods to provide information in scientific and other fields such as biological and agricultural science, business and economics, physical sciences and engineering, and the social sciences.
Actuaries
- Apply mathematical models to forecast and calculate the probable future costs of insurance and pension benefits
- Design life, health, and property insurance policies, and calculate premiums, contributions and benefits for insurance policies, and pension and superannuation plans
- May assist investment fund managers in portfolio asset allocation decisions and risk management. They also use these techniques to provide legal evidence on the value of future earnings.
Employment requirements
- Mathematicians and statisticians usually require a graduate degree in mathematics or statistics.
- Actuaries usually require post-secondary education in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, economics, commerce or business administration.
- Actuaries are conferred fellowships through the Canadian Institute of Actuaries upon successful completion of professional examinations and three years of work experience in the actuarial field as an actuarial assistant or in a related position.
Additional information
- With experience, actuaries may progress to managerial positions in consulting, insurance and finance. They may also be self-employed.
Is NOC 21210 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 1 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 21210 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 21210 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $31.25 | $51.00 | $77.33 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $31.88 | $40.11 | $53.85 |
| Nova Scotia | $31.54 | $45.84 | $71.76 |
| New Brunswick | $30.33 | $44.71 | $64.40 |
| Quebec | $28.21 | $51.98 | $84.13 |
| Ontario | $38.46 | $51.28 | $77.33 |
| Manitoba | $34.19 | $56.41 | $112.82 |
| Saskatchewan | $27.96 | $44.89 | $66.61 |
| Alberta | $30.36 | $44.82 | $66.79 |
| British Columbia | $34.66 | $50.04 | $75.94 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 21210 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 21210 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a actuary?
NOC 21210, Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries, a TEER 1 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 21210?
TEER 1. Usually a university degree. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 21210 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 1 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 21210 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 21210 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $51.00 an hour, with most wages between $31.25 and $77.33. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 21210 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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