Frequently Asked Questions
Is £39,500 a good data scientist salary in Bristol?
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£39,500 is the entry-level data scientist salary in Bristol, representing 72% of the median (£55,000).
Net take-home is £2,663/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 51% — stressed.
At 13% above the Bristol all-worker median of £35,000, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average data scientist salary in Bristol?
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The median Bristol data scientist salary is £55,000 (ONS 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £44,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £68,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £39,500,
while senior professionals reach £76,000.
How much can a data scientist in Bristol save each month?
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On £39,500 in Bristol, after rent (£1,350/mo), council tax (£148/mo),
transport (£80/mo) and groceries & utilities (£421/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £324/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data scientist in Bristol?
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On £39,500 in Bristol, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 51%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Bristol 1-bed (£1,350/mo),
you need approximately £48,500 gross annual salary.