Data Scientist Salary After Tax in United Kingdom
Median Data Scientist pay in United Kingdom is about £58,000 — here’s what that means after tax.
= £58,000 per year
Estimated monthly take-home
£3,683
£44,197 per year · 23.8% goes to tax & contributions
| Item | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | £58,000 | £4,833 |
| Income Tax | −£10,632 | −£886 |
| National InsuranceClass 1 employee | −£3,171 | −£264 |
| Take-home pay | £44,197 | £3,683 |
Estimate only — not tax advice. Figures are estimates based on publicly available tax rules and may not reflect your full circumstances. See our methodology & sources. Always confirm with an official tax authority or a licensed adviser before making decisions.
| United Kingdom | |
|---|---|
| Median gross salary | £58,000 |
| Estimated take-home / year | £44,197 |
| Estimated take-home / month | £3,683 |
| Effective tax & contributions | 23.8% |
Data Scientist pay in United Kingdom, after tax
A Data Scientist in United Kingdom earns a median of about £58,000 gross. After UK income tax and contributions, that works out to roughly £3,683 a month in take-home, with 23.8% of the salary going to tax and contributions.
At this income the marginal rate in United Kingdom is about 40%, so a pay rise, bonus or move into a senior Data Scientist role is taxed at that rate on the extra earnings — useful to know when you weigh up the next step.
What affects a Data Scientist’s salary
Specialisation in ML/AI and a strong portfolio push pay toward the top of the range; analyst-leaning roles sit lower.
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Frequently Asked Questions
+What is the average Data Scientist salary in United Kingdom?
The median Data Scientist salary in United Kingdom is around £58,000 gross. Specialisation in ML/AI and a strong portfolio push pay toward the top of the range; analyst-leaning roles sit lower.
+What is a Data Scientist's take-home pay in United Kingdom?
On the median £58,000 salary, a Data Scientist in United Kingdom takes home roughly £3,683 a month after tax. Use the calculator above for a specific figure.
Estimate only — not tax advice. Figures are estimates based on publicly available tax rules and may not reflect your full circumstances. See our methodology & sources (last reviewed June 2026). Always confirm with an official tax authority or a licensed adviser before making decisions.