Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, head teachers and principalss in the Wales were paid a median of £76,119. The national equivalent stands at £70,977, putting this region 7.2% above. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average, so a salary of £76,119 has an effective purchasing power closer to £84,577. Compared to the Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin average across all roles (£29,835), head teachers and principalss take home 155.1% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £76,119 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £84,577 — 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 head teachers and principals salary in Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the Wales (which includes Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin) is £76,119 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does head teachers and principals pay in Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn 7.2% above the national median of £70,977. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin is £29,835. Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn £76,119, which is 155.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Carmarthenshire / Sir Gaerfyrddin. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.