Salary in the United Kingdom
Salary overview
- Median salary
- 2 741 £
- Reference period
- 2025
- Data source
- Office for National Statistics (ONS)
Approximate — the statistics do not show how many people earn each exact salary, so the result is an estimate.
Common questions
What is the median salary in the United Kingdom?
As of 2025, the median gross monthly salary in the United Kingdom was 2 741 £. Half of employees earn less, half earn more, based on official statistics.
What is a good salary in the United Kingdom?
Official earnings data shows the top 10% in the United Kingdom earn more than 69 381 GBP gross per month, while the bottom 10% earns below 11 425 GBP (latest published distribution). Where a salary falls between them depends on profession and experience.
Which regions pay the most in the United Kingdom?
England has the highest average gross salary in the United Kingdom at 33 142 GBP per month, while Wales is lowest at 30 245 GBP. Figures are for 2025.
What is the average pension in the United Kingdom?
The average old-age pension in the United Kingdom is 920 £ per month.
Official data, as of 2025 · Office for National Statistics (ONS)