Frequently Asked Questions
Is £34,500 a good data scientist salary in Aberdeen?
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£34,500 is the entry-level data scientist salary in Aberdeen, representing 72% of the median (£48,000).
Net take-home is £2,358/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 45% — tight.
At 1% below the Aberdeen all-worker median of £35,000, cost management is important at this level.
What is the average data scientist salary in Aberdeen?
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The median Aberdeen data scientist salary is £48,000 (ONS 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £38,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £60,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £34,500,
while senior professionals reach £66,000.
How much can a data scientist in Aberdeen save each month?
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On £34,500 in Aberdeen, after rent (£1,050/mo), council tax (£148/mo),
transport (£60/mo) and groceries & utilities (£425/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £335/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data scientist in Aberdeen?
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On £34,500 in Aberdeen, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 45%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Aberdeen 1-bed (£1,050/mo),
you need approximately £38,000 gross annual salary.