Average Biological scientists Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
A biological scientists working in the South West could expect a median salary of £41,582 in 2025 — 5.0% below the national figure of £43,781. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £41,582 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £43,270. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652, so biological scientistss sit 13.5% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £41,582 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £43,270 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Biological scientists salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average biological scientists salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median biological scientists salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £41,582 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does biological scientists pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Biological scientists in the South West earn 5.0% below the national median of £43,781. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is biological scientists a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. Biological scientists in the South West earn £41,582, which is 13.5% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for biological scientistss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.