Average Salary in Wokingham (2025)
Median Annual Salary
£43,538
Wokingham · 2025
+30.6% vs UK average
Wokingham Salary at a Glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Annual Pay — Wokingham | £43,538 |
| UK Median Annual Pay | £33,344 |
| Difference vs UK | +30.6% (£10,194 more) |
| Data Source | ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) |
| Reference Year | 2025 |
What Does This Mean?
Wokingham stands out as one of the highest-paying local authorities in the UK. A median annual salary of £43,538 places it well above the national average of £33,344, suggesting strong demand for skilled workers and a healthy mix of high-value industries.
Workers relocating to Wokingham can generally expect above-average earnings, which can help offset any higher housing or living costs in the area.
Salary data is sourced from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), which surveys approximately 1% of employee jobs drawn from HMRC PAYE records. The figures represent workplace-based earnings — the pay received by those working in Wokingham, regardless of where they live.