Finance officers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median finance officers salary in the UK is £28,610 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £28,686, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.42.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,783 in North East to £29,891 in Wales. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£28,610
Annual
UK Mean
£28,686
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.42
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | £29,891 | £27,107 | £33,212 |
| Scotland | £29,387 | £30,117 | £31,839 |
| West Midlands | £29,378 | £29,459 | £32,107 |
| North West | £25,895 | £25,613 | £28,394 |
| North East | £25,783 | £27,406 | £28,616 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average finance officers salary in the UK?
The median finance officers salary in the UK is £28,610 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £28,686, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays finance officers the most?
Wales pays the highest finance officers salaries with a median of £29,891.
How does finance officers pay vary by region?
Finance officers salaries range from £25,783 in North East to £29,891 in Wales.
Are finance officers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for finance officers?
The median hourly rate for finance officers in the UK is £16.42 (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.