Barristers and judges Salary in the UK (2024/25)
Employment patterns
- 91% of Barristers work full-time
- 64% are self-employed
- 97.9% of employees have permanent contracts
Source: ONS Annual Population Survey (APS218), 2025
Salary by UK region
| Region | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | £66,134 | £63,464 |
| South East | £58,851 | £56,808 |
| United Kingdom | £54,876 | — |
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