Shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale salary in the UK is £35,083 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £35,456, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £15.44.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £37,683 in South East to £37,807 in South West. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£35,083
Annual
UK Mean
£35,456
Annual
Hourly Rate
£15.44
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West | £37,807 | £41,470 | £39,341 |
| South East | £37,683 | £41,436 | £36,515 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale salary in the UK?
The median shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale salary in the UK is £35,083 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £35,456, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesales the most?
South West pays the highest shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale salaries with a median of £37,807.
How does shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale pay vary by region?
Shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale salaries range from £37,683 in South East to £37,807 in South West.
Are shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesales salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale?
The median hourly rate for shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale in the UK is £15.44 (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.