Prison service officers (below principal officer) Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 13,000 employees
25th percentile
£28,984
Median
£36,710
Mean
£36,316
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 25th percentile | £28,984 |
| Median | £36,710 |
| Mean | £36,316 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Take-home pay estimate
£
MonthlyAnnual
Gross salary
£3,059£36,710
−Income tax
£402£4,828
−National Insurance
£161£1,931
=Take-home pay
£2,496£29,951
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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