Clinical psychologist salary UK
45,954 GBP
Median gross annual pay · 2025 · ONS ASHE · 2225
Half of all clinical psychologists in the UK earn more than 45,954 GBP a year, half earn less.
Rank by pay67of 398 occupations
Men against women21 %57,158 GBP against 45,154 GBP
| Measure | All | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median | 45,954 GBP | 57,158 GBP | 45,154 GBP |
| Mean | 49,160 GBP | — | — |
| Upper quartile | 61,251 GBP | — | — |
About the figure
Occupation code 2225 in SOC 2020, the UK occupation classification. Covers all employee jobs. Published by the Office for National Statistics, not estimated by us. The figure is gross annual pay, not monthly.
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Source: ONS, Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, Table 14. Figures are for 2025; snapshot taken 2026-08-15. www.ons.gov.uk