Portsmouth Average Salary After Tax 2025-26
Average: £28,000/year · England · England & Wales income tax rates apply · ONS ASHE 2024
Portsmouth average salary tax breakdown 2025-26
| Item | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary (average) | £28,000 | £2,333 |
| Personal Allowance (tax-free) | £12,570 | £1,048 |
| Income Tax | −£3,086 | −£257 |
| National Insurance | −£1,234 | −£103 |
| Net take-home | £23,680 | £1,973 |
About salaries in Portsmouth
Portsmouth has a strong defence and naval heritage, with BAE Systems and the Royal Navy as major employers. Median full-time earnings are around £28,000, with a growing digital and tech sector.
Average salary in Portsmouth — what you take home
The median full-time employee salary in Portsmouth is approximately £28,000 per year, based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024 data. After Income Tax and National Insurance, the average take-home pay is £23,680 per year — or £1,973 per month.
Portsmouth has a strong defence and naval heritage, with BAE Systems and the Royal Navy as major employers. Median full-time earnings are around £28,000, with a growing digital and tech sector.
Out of £28,000, the average Portsmouth worker pays £3,086 in Income Tax and £1,234 in National Insurance. The effective combined tax rate is 15.43%.
These figures are for a standard employee with no pension contributions, student loan, or other deductions beyond standard Income Tax and National Insurance. Use the calculator above to enter your specific salary.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary in Portsmouth after tax?
The average (median) full-time salary in Portsmouth is approximately £28,000 per year (based on ONS ASHE 2024 data). After Income Tax (£3,086) and National Insurance (£1,234), the take-home pay is £23,680/year — or £1,973/month.
What is the average take-home pay in Portsmouth per month?
Based on an average salary of £28,000 in Portsmouth, the monthly take-home pay after tax is £1,973. This is after Income Tax (£257/month) and National Insurance (£103/month).
What are average earnings in Portsmouth?
According to ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024, the median full-time employee earnings in Portsmouth are approximately £28,000 per year. This is the midpoint — half of full-time workers earn more, half earn less.
How does Portsmouth compare to the UK average salary?
The UK median full-time salary was approximately £35,000 in 2024. Portsmouth has a median of approximately £28,000. Location, industry mix, and cost of living all influence local salary levels.
What income tax band do most Portsmouth workers fall into?
At the Portsmouth average salary of £28,000, most workers fall into the Basic Rate band (20% income tax) in England. The effective combined tax rate (Income Tax + NI) is 15.43%.
What are the main industries driving salaries in Portsmouth?
Portsmouth has a strong defence and naval heritage, with BAE Systems and the Royal Navy as major employers. Median full-time earnings are around £28,000, with a growing digital and tech sector.
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