Pharmaceutical or Health Insurance, really doesn't matter

As a SAS programmer, do work on large data sample will adding your value for the future.
There are many large Insurence companies having very large data sample.
And there are many Pharmaceutical companies processing large samle of data.
AS a SAS expert, you can easily work in any of these companies.

Salary, lifestyle (relocation is in here), and skill sets is the key factor need to consider about.

If relocation to a good city, go. Otherwise, not worth it un less NOT have an offer NOW.
SAS programmer play the data.
Data is everything.

Enjoy what you get and be happy with every minute!