Typical Earnings at 30
At 30, you should be established in your career. The median for this age group is around £32,000. High performers in tech, finance, or law could be on £40,000-£60,000+.
All Age Groups
| Age | Typical Range | Median Take Home/Month |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | £15,000 – £20,000 | £1,193 |
| 20 | £18,000 – £23,000 | £1,373 |
| 21 | £20,000 – £25,000 | £1,493 |
| 25 | £25,000 – £32,000 | £1,793 |
| 30 | £30,000 – £40,000 | £2,093 |
| 35 | £33,000 – £47,000 | £2,273 |
| 40 | £35,000 – £52,000 | £2,393 |
| 45 | £35,000 – £50,000 | £2,393 |
| 50 | £34,000 – £48,000 | £2,333 |
| 55 | £32,000 – £45,000 | £2,213 |
| 60 | £30,000 – £42,000 | £2,093 |
Earning at Age 30
The median salary at 30 is approximately £31,000 — close to the overall UK median. This is a pivotal career stage where qualifications, experience, and specialisation begin to create significant salary differentiation. By 30, some professionals have doubled their starting salary while others have seen more modest growth.
Financial Tips for Age 30
If your salary has plateaued, consider whether additional qualifications, a sector change, or moving companies could accelerate growth. Research shows that changing employers typically results in larger salary increases than internal promotions. At this stage, pension planning becomes increasingly important — see salary after pension on £30,000.
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