Southampton — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Southampton, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£32,907
Median Annual Salary
-1.3% vs UK average
4.3%
Claimant Rate
+0.8pp vs UK average
7,615
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Southampton Economic Overview
Salaries
Earnings in Southampton sit broadly in line with the national picture. The median annual salary of £32,907 is close to the UK average of £33,344, reflecting a balanced mix of industries and job types.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
Southampton's claimant rate of 4.3% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.