Chemical scientists Salary in the UK (2025)
Median Salary
£39,834
per year
Hourly Rate
£19.15
per hour
Mean Salary
£45,616
per year
Pay Breakdown
| Period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual (Median) | £39,834 |
| Monthly | £3,320 |
| Fortnightly | £1,532 |
| Weekly | £766 |
| Daily | £153 |
| Hourly | £19.15 |
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Key Insights
The median annual salary for a Chemical scientists in the UK is £39,834, equating to £3,320 per month or £19.15 per hour.
Chemical scientists pays roughly in line with the UK average. The median salary of £39,834 is close to the overall median.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Chemical scientists salary in the UK?
The median Chemical scientists salary in the United Kingdom is £39,834 per year as of 2025, according to ONS data.
How much does a Chemical scientists earn per hour?
A Chemical scientists earns approximately £19.15 per hour at the median salary level.
What is the monthly pay for a Chemical scientists?
A Chemical scientists earns approximately £3,320 per month at the median annual salary.
Is Chemical scientists a well-paid job in the UK?
Chemical scientists pays roughly in line with the UK average. The median salary of £39,834 is close to the overall median.
Where does this salary data come from?
All salary figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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