Actuaries, economists and statisticians vs Data analysts Salary (2025)

How do Actuaries, economists and statisticians and Data analysts salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Actuaries, economists and statisticians earns £12,189 more per year (32% higher)
vs

Data analysts

£38,561
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricActuaries, economists and statisticiansData analystsDifference
Median Annual£50,750£38,561+£12,189
Mean Annual£60,852£42,104+£18,748
Monthly£4,229£3,213+£1,016
Weekly£976£742+£234
Hourly£24.40£18.54+£5.86

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileActuaries, economists and statisticiansData analysts
10th (Entry)£32,670£26,737
25th£40,591£31,146
50th (Median)£50,750£38,561
75th£74,012£48,110
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Actuaries, economists and statisticians or a Data analysts?
A Actuaries, economists and statisticians earns more. The median salary for a Actuaries, economists and statisticians is £50,750, whilst a Data analysts earns £38,561 — a difference of £12,189 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Actuaries, economists and statisticians and a Data analysts?
The difference is £12,189 per year. Actuaries, economists and statisticians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Actuaries, economists and statisticians or a Data analysts?
From a salary perspective, Actuaries, economists and statisticians offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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