Data analysts Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median data analysts salary in the UK is £38,107 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £43,586, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £20.48.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £30,950 in East Midlands to £44,172 in West Midlands. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£38,107
Annual
UK Mean
£43,586
Annual
Hourly Rate
£20.48
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | £44,172 | £44,263 | £48,275 |
| London | £42,850 | £52,893 | £36,813 |
| North East | £38,225 | £38,671 | £42,425 |
| Wales | £35,806 | £35,629 | £39,784 |
| East | £35,643 | Not available | £36,632 |
| South East | £34,490 | £38,106 | £33,421 |
| South West | £33,928 | £34,448 | £35,305 |
| North West | £33,871 | £35,682 | £37,139 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £31,193 | £35,660 | £34,467 |
| East Midlands | £30,950 | £31,738 | £33,715 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average data analysts salary in the UK?
The median data analysts salary in the UK is £38,107 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £43,586, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays data analystss the most?
West Midlands pays the highest data analysts salaries with a median of £44,172.
How does data analysts pay vary by region?
Data analysts salaries range from £30,950 in East Midlands to £44,172 in West Midlands.
Are data analysts salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a data analysts?
The median hourly rate for a data analysts in the UK is £20.48 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.