Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Lincoln
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Lincoln compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, head teachers and principalss in the East Midlands were paid a median of £60,776. The national equivalent stands at £70,977, putting this region 14.4% below. Factor in the East Midlands's cost of living (8.2% below the UK norm) and a £60,776 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £66,205. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Lincoln is £29,482, so head teachers and principalss sit 106.1% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £60,776 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £66,205 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average head teachers and principals salary in Lincoln?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the East Midlands (which includes Lincoln) is £60,776 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 Lincoln compare to the UK average?
Head teachers and principals in the East Midlands earn 14.4% below the national median of £70,977. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is head teachers and principals a well-paid job in Lincoln compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Lincoln is £29,482. Head teachers and principals in the East Midlands earn £60,776, which is 106.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for head teachers and principalss cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Lincoln. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.