How much does a Physicist earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Physicist in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 45,950 to GBP 57,528 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 495 job listings

Salary Guide

Physicist Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 495 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£45,950 - £57,528

Median salary

£45,950 - £57,528

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£29k

25th percentile£37k

Median£46k

75th percentile£58k

90th percentile£66k

50% of professionals earn between £36,762 - £57,528 GBP

The median salary is £45,950

Top cities

London73 job openings

Cambridge51 job openings

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Physicist

495 job openings

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The average salary for a Physicist in United Kingdom is GBP 45,950 - GBP 57,528 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 51,739 per year, based on 495 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physicist job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Cambridge, Kidlington, Oxford, Harwell. London leads with 73 job openings.

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