Average Chartered and certified accountants Salary in Cardiff / Caerdydd
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Cardiff / Caerdydd compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median chartered and certified accountants salary in the Wales reached £37,375, sitting 17.9% below the national median of £45,538. This is particularly notable in a profession that remains essential across every sector of the economy. Factor in the Wales's cost of living (10.0% below the UK norm) and a £37,375 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £41,528. Compared to the Cardiff / Caerdydd average across all roles (£33,599), chartered and certified accountantss take home 11.2% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £37,375 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £41,528 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average chartered and certified accountants salary in Cardiff / Caerdydd?
The median chartered and certified accountants salary in the Wales (which includes Cardiff / Caerdydd) is £37,375 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does chartered and certified accountants pay in Cardiff / Caerdydd compare to the UK average?
Chartered and certified accountants in the Wales earn 17.9% below the national median of £45,538. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is chartered and certified accountants a well-paid job in Cardiff / Caerdydd compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Cardiff / Caerdydd is £33,599. Chartered and certified accountants in the Wales earn £37,375, which is 11.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for chartered and certified accountantss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Cardiff / Caerdydd. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.