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Average Architects Salary in Southampton UA

ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025

Median Annual — South East region

£47,056

+£1,431 (3.1% above) vs UK average

UK median: £45,625 · Hourly: £22.98

South East vs all UK regions

North East£37,951South East£47,056London£47,936

Mean annual: £48,387 · Jobs in region: N/A

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How Southampton UA compares

vs UK average for architectss +£1,431 (3.1% above)

vs Southampton UA all-jobs average +£13,178 (38.9% above)

Looking at 2025 salary data, architectss in the South East were paid a median of £47,056. The national equivalent stands at £45,625, putting this region 3.1% above. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average, so a salary of £47,056 has an effective purchasing power closer to £45,597. The all-jobs average in Southampton UA is £33,878. By comparison, architectss earn 38.9% more than the typical worker locally.

Cost of Living Adjustment

After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £47,056 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £45,597 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average architects salary in Southampton UA?

The median architects salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £47,056 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.

How does architects pay in Southampton UA compare to the UK average?

Architects in the South East earn 3.1% above the national median of £45,625. This makes the South East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.

Is architects a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?

The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Architects in the South East earn £47,056, which is 38.9% above the local average across all occupations.