Average Barristers and judges Salary in East Staffordshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How East Staffordshire compares
In 2025, barristers and judgess working in the West Midlands took home a median salary of £68,676 — that's 100.5% above the national average of £34,253. Factor in the West Midlands's cost of living (8.5% below the UK norm) and a £68,676 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £75,056. The all-jobs average in East Staffordshire is £31,048. By comparison, barristers and judgess earn 121.2% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £68,676 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £75,056 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average barristers and judges salary in East Staffordshire?
The median barristers and judges salary in the West Midlands (which includes East Staffordshire) is £68,676 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does barristers and judges pay in East Staffordshire compare to the UK average?
Barristers and judges in the West Midlands earn 100.5% above the national median of £34,253. This makes the West Midlands one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is barristers and judges a well-paid job in East Staffordshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in East Staffordshire is £31,048. Barristers and judges in the West Midlands earn £68,676, which is 121.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for barristers and judgess cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to East Staffordshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.