£15 an Hour After Tax 2025-26
Annual gross: £29,250 · Based on 37.5 hrs/week, 52 weeks
£15/hour tax breakdown 2025-26
| Item | Annual | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | £29,250 | £2,438 | £563 |
| Personal Allowance (tax-free) | £12,570 | £1,048 | £242 |
| Income Tax | −£3,336 | −£278 | −£64 |
| National Insurance | −£1,334 | −£111 | −£26 |
| Net take-home | £24,580 | £2,048 | £473 |
£15 an hour — what does that mean annually?
£15 per hour × 37.5 hours × 52 weeks = £29,250 annual gross. After Income Tax (£3,336) and National Insurance (£1,334), your take-home pay is £24,580 per year — or £2,048 per month. Your effective tax rate is 15.97%.
This is a common rate for semi-skilled roles. Typical roles: NHS healthcare assistant (Band 2–3), office administrator, delivery driver, restaurant supervisor.
What £1/hr more would mean on £15
You keep 84% of your gross pay — equivalent to £18 per working day in Income Tax and National Insurance. Saving 20% of take-home (£410/month) fills a £20,000 ISA in 49 months.
£15/hour at different hours per week
| Hours/week | Gross/year | Take-home/year | Take-home/month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 hrs/week (part-time) | £12,480 | £12,480 | £1,040 |
| 20 hrs/week (part-time) | £15,600 | £14,752 | £1,229 |
| 25 hrs/week | £19,500 | £17,560 | £1,463 |
| 30 hrs/week | £23,400 | £20,368 | £1,697 |
| 37.5 hrs/week (standard full-time) | £29,250 | £24,580 | £2,048 |
Overtime at time-and-a-half (£23/hr): 5 extra hours/week adds £5,850 gross — but only £4,212 net after the extra tax on those hours.
Frequently asked questions
How much do I take home on £15 an hour in the UK?
On £15 per hour (£29,250/year), you take home £24,580 per year after Income Tax (£3,336) and National Insurance (£1,334). That is £2,048 per month and £473 per week landing in your bank account.
What annual salary is £15 an hour?
£15 per hour, based on a 37.5-hour week (1,950 hours/year), equals £29,250 gross per year. After tax, your take-home is £24,580 (£2,048/month).
How much will I see in my bank each month on £15 an hour?
On £15/hour, your monthly gross is roughly £2,438. After Income Tax (£278/mo) and National Insurance (£111/mo), you take home £2,048 per month.
Why is my hourly take-home less than I expected on £15?
On £15/hour (£29,250/year), you pay £3,336 Income Tax and £1,334 National Insurance — £4,670 total per year. Your effective combined rate is 15.97%, not the headline rate. Only income above the £12,570 personal allowance is taxed.
What is £15 an hour per week after tax?
£15 per hour (37.5-hour week) = £473 per week take-home after all deductions. Gross weekly pay is £563.
Is £15 an hour a good wage in the UK?
£15/hour is below the UK median hourly rate of £20 (2025). Your annual gross is £29,250 and take-home £24,580/year. Overtime, pay rises, or additional skills can help bridge the gap.