Average Head teachers and principals Salary in Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy compares
The median pay for head teachers and principalss in the Wales stood at £76,119 in 2025, placing them 7.2% above the UK-wide figure of £70,977. This is particularly notable amid well-documented teacher recruitment and retention challenges across the UK. Factor in the Wales's cost of living (10.0% below the UK norm) and a £76,119 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £84,577. Compared to the Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy average across all roles (£32,805), head teachers and principalss take home 132.0% 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 Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy?
The median head teachers and principals salary in the Wales (which includes Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy) 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 Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy 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 Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy is £32,805. Head teachers and principals in the Wales earn £76,119, which is 132.0% 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 Monmouthshire / Sir Fynwy. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.