Physical scientists Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 13,000 employees
10th percentile
Not disclosed
25th percentile
£38,825
Median
£48,634
Mean
Not disclosed
75th percentile
Not disclosed
90th percentile
Not disclosed
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | Not disclosed |
| 25th percentile | £38,825 |
| Median | £48,634 |
| Mean | Not disclosed |
| 75th percentile | Not disclosed |
| 90th percentile | Not disclosed |
‘Not disclosed’ means ONS withheld this value because the sample was too small to publish without risking identification. See the ASHE methodology.
Pay by period
Weekly
£927
Mean £1,007
Hourly
£25.70
Mean £28.17
| Pay period | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | £927 | £1,007 |
| Hourly | £25.70 | £28.17 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Sector pay context
Average weekly earnings in the Professional, scientific and technical activities sector are £1,084/week. Earnings grew +2.5% over the past 12 months vs +2.9% nationally.
Source: ONS Average Weekly Earnings (EARN03), not seasonally adjusted · December 2025
Take-home pay estimate
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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