The median hourly wage for full-time employees is £19.67/hour (excluding overtime, ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, April 2025). At £17/hr, you're below the median. This is common for entry-level roles, part-time work, or certain sectors.
Working at £17/Hour
£17/hour converts to £35,360 annually. The rate is 14% below the median for full-time employees (£19.67 an hour, ONS, April 2025) and reflects skilled or specialist work. Workers at this level are typically qualified professionals or experienced tradespeople.
Typical Roles at £17/Hour
Common roles include experienced nurses (Band 6), qualified accountants, mid-level software developers (freelance/contract), skilled electricians with specialist certifications, and experienced paramedics. Agency nurses and locum healthcare workers often earn this rate.
Annual Salary Equivalent
Full-time equivalent of £35,360 per year yields monthly take home of approximately £2,403. At this rate, overtime becomes particularly valuable — an extra 5 hours per week adds £4,420 per year gross. See £35,000 after tax.