Business and related research professionals vs Data analysts Salary (2025)

How do Business and related research professionals and Data analysts salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Business and related research professionals earns £1,096 more per year (3% higher)
vs

Data analysts

£38,561
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricBusiness and related research professionalsData analystsDifference
Median Annual£39,657£38,561+£1,096
Mean Annual£41,817£42,104-£287
Monthly£3,305£3,213+£92
Weekly£763£742+£21
Hourly£19.07£18.54+£0.53

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileBusiness and related research professionalsData analysts
10th (Entry)£23,789£26,737
25th£32,002£31,146
50th (Median)£39,657£38,561
75th£47,593£48,110
90th (Senior)£60,002£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Business and related research professionals or a Data analysts?
A Business and related research professionals earns more. The median salary for a Business and related research professionals is £39,657, whilst a Data analysts earns £38,561 — a difference of £1,096 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Business and related research professionals and a Data analysts?
The difference is £1,096 per year. Business and related research professionals is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Business and related research professionals or a Data analysts?
From a salary perspective, Business and related research professionals 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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