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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in United Kingdom — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2025 data).
What is a good salary in United Kingdom?
In United Kingdom, the national median salary is about $47,609 gross (~$36,792 after tax, 2025 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$38,817 to ~$132,404 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to United Kingdom's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2025)
$47,609 gross · $36,792 after tax · $38,259 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $215,234 | $132,404 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $192,207 | $119,739 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $162,726 | $103,524 |
| AI Engineer | $155,742 | $99,683 |
| Engineering Manager | $152,614 | $97,963 |
| Dentist | $141,044 | $91,599 |
| Product Manager | $124,570 | $82,510 |
| Data Engineer | $123,718 | $81,999 |
| Software Engineer | $122,413 | $81,216 |
| Cloud Engineer | $118,632 | $78,947 |
| DevOps Engineer | $118,277 | $78,734 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $112,395 | $75,205 |
| Pharmacist | $112,006 | $74,972 |
| Management Consultant | $107,496 | $72,266 |
| Data Scientist | $102,437 | $69,230 |
| Sales Manager | $94,570 | $64,510 |
| General Manager | $89,334 | $61,368 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $87,968 | $60,549 |
| Marketing Manager | $85,973 | $59,352 |
| Project Manager | $85,973 | $59,352 |
| Civil Engineer | $85,221 | $58,901 |
| UX Designer | $83,578 | $57,915 |
| Operations Manager | $80,532 | $56,087 |
| Physiotherapist | $77,867 | $54,488 |
| Business Analyst | $77,736 | $54,410 |
| HR Manager | $75,572 | $53,111 |
| Finance Analyst | $74,440 | $52,432 |
| Remote Freelancer | $72,295 | $51,145 |
| University Lecturer | $70,854 | $50,280 |
| Content Writer | $65,029 | $46,785 |
| Accountant | $59,059 | $43,278 |
| Hospitality Manager | $56,662 | $42,032 |
| Graphic Designer | $53,930 | $40,612 |
| Nurse | $53,538 | $40,408 |
| Teacher | $52,416 | $39,825 |
| Plumber | $50,983 | $39,079 |
| Electrician | $50,606 | $38,884 |
| Chef | $50,479 | $38,817 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ United Kingdom's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
United Kingdom salary estimates · Source: United Kingdom national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2025) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (today)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
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The national median is about $47,609 gross (~$36,792 after tax) for 2025. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $92,683 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in United Kingdom is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using United Kingdom's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2025 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.