Average Chartered and certified accountants Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
Based on 2025 data, chartered and certified accountantss in the London earned £61,747 at the median — 35.6% above the national benchmark of £45,538. This is particularly notable in a profession that remains essential across every sector of the economy. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average, so a salary of £61,747 has an effective purchasing power closer to £53,047. The all-jobs average in City of London is £67,064. By comparison, chartered and certified accountantss earn 7.9% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £61,747 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £53,047 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average chartered and certified accountants salary in City of London?
The median chartered and certified accountants salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £61,747 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 City of London compare to the UK average?
Chartered and certified accountants in the London earn 35.6% above the national median of £45,538. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is chartered and certified accountants a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Chartered and certified accountants in the London earn £61,747, which is 7.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for chartered and certified accountantss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.