Average Salary London 2026
Median salary gross
£47,500 (€57,170)
vs. UK median
+24.1%
Top sector
Finance
1-bed rent/month
€2,000–€2,800
London vs. the United Kingdom: Median Salary 2026
above average: +24.1%
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Go to salary calculator →London is Europe's premier financial centre, home to the highest concentration of FTSE 100 headquarters globally. Finance, technology and professional services drive salaries 24% above the UK median, though housing costs absorb much of the premium.
Economy & Employers
Top sectors
- Finance
- Technology
- Professional Services
- Media
Notable employers
- 🏢HSBC
- 🏢Barclays
- 🏢Amazon
- 🏢Goldman Sachs
Living costs in London
1-bed apartment
€2,000–€2,800/month