Actuaries, economists and statisticians vs Social workers Salary (2025)

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

Actuaries, economists and statisticians earns £8,041 more per year (19% higher)
vs

Social workers

£42,709
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricActuaries, economists and statisticiansSocial workersDifference
Median Annual£50,750£42,709+£8,041
Mean Annual£60,852£41,994+£18,858
Monthly£4,229£3,559+£670
Weekly£976£821+£155
Hourly£24.40£20.53+£3.87

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileActuaries, economists and statisticiansSocial workers
10th (Entry)£32,670£25,798
25th£40,591£36,474
50th (Median)£50,750£42,709
75th£74,012£48,804
90th (Senior)£0£53,902
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Actuaries, economists and statisticians or a Social workers?
A Actuaries, economists and statisticians earns more. The median salary for a Actuaries, economists and statisticians is £50,750, whilst a Social workers earns £42,709 — a difference of £8,041 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Actuaries, economists and statisticians and a Social workers?
The difference is £8,041 per year. Actuaries, economists and statisticians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Actuaries, economists and statisticians or a Social workers?
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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