What is the average UK salary?

The answer to this is not an easy one as there are many elements to consider before a figure can be decided. For instance, your salary should be a reflection of your skills, experience, and where you live and because of this, you will find that not everyone with your job title earns the same amount.

Let’s take a look at the following stats:

Average annual salary:

£33,500 (in the last 12 years, it has risen by over £14,500).

Average salary based on age:

18-21-year-olds: £18,881
22-29-year-olds: £29,209
30-39-year-olds: £38,317
40-49-year-olds: £44,439
50-59-year-olds: £41,485
60+: £36,123

Average weekly salary based on location:

Most salaries take into account living and travelling costs for that area. As such, you can expect to earn more in London than you would in Northern Ireland, as it costs a lot more to live in London.

London: £716
South East: £632
Scotland: £595
East Midlands: £561
North West: £560
South West: £558
West Midlands: £552
Wales: £542
Yorkshire and Humber: £540
Northern Ireland: £529
North East: £524

Average salary based on occupation:

it should come as no surprise that some careers are destined to earn more than others. But what can you expect to earn?

Bar staff, construction, etc: £16,000 to £27,000
Administrative/secretarial: £18,000 to £32,000
Managers, senior officials, and directors: £24,000 to £97,000
Professional: £26,000-£74,000
Skilled Trades: £16,000 to £42,000
Sales and Customer Service: £17,000 to £29,000

See what we mean? A lot can influence your income. Because of this, we strongly recommend that you do your research, so you always know what you are entitled to.

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