Working in Plymouth
Plymouth's economy includes defence, marine, and healthcare. The naval dockyard is the largest employer.
On the average Plymouth salary of £27,000, you'll take home £22,960 per year or £1,913 per month after income tax and National Insurance.
Salary Context in Plymouth
Plymouth is the largest city in Devon with a median salary of approximately £27,500. As a major naval base and university city, it has a distinctive economy shaped by defence, marine science, and healthcare. Its waterfront location and proximity to Dartmoor offer outstanding quality of life.
Cost of Living in Plymouth
Average monthly rent for a one-bedroom flat is approximately £650. Average house prices around £215,000 are affordable for the South West, particularly given the coastal location. Plymouth is more distant from London (approximately 3 hours by rail) but has good local transport and an airport with limited services.
Key Industries and Employers
Plymouth's economy is anchored by defence (HMNB Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe, and Babcock International), marine science (Plymouth Marine Laboratory, University of Plymouth), healthcare (Derriford Hospital), and higher education. The Freeport status is attracting new marine and green energy investment.
Working in Plymouth
Plymouth offers an outstanding quality of life with access to both coastline and moorland, at living costs well below the national average. Defence and marine sector careers provide stable, well-paying employment.
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