Average Social and humanities scientists Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
The median pay for social and humanities scientistss in the London stood at £44,415 in 2025, placing them 15.1% above the UK-wide figure of £38,591. Factor in the London's cost of living (16.4% above the UK norm) and a £44,415 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £38,157. Compared to the City of London average across all roles (£67,064), social and humanities scientistss take home 33.8% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £44,415 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £38,157 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Social and humanities scientists salary in areas near City of London
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average social and humanities scientists salary in City of London?
The median social and humanities scientists salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £44,415 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does social and humanities scientists pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Social and humanities scientists in the London earn 15.1% above the national median of £38,591. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is social and humanities scientists a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Social and humanities scientists in the London earn £44,415, which is 33.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for social and humanities scientistss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.