Average Salary Edinburgh 2026
Median salary gross
£38,500 (€46,200)
vs. UK median
+0.3%
Top sector
Finance
1-bed rent/month
€1,200–€1,700
Edinburgh vs. the United Kingdom: Median Salary 2026
above average: +0.3%
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Go to salary calculator →Edinburgh is Scotland's financial capital, hosting major banks alongside a growing technology sector. The city offers strong quality of life with salaries broadly in line with the UK median.
Economy & Employers
Top sectors
- Finance
- Technology
- Tourism
- Education
- Energy
Notable employers
- 🏢RBS
- 🏢Standard Life
- 🏢Skyscanner
- 🏢Baillie Gifford
Living costs in Edinburgh
1-bed apartment
€1,200–€1,700/month