Frequently Asked Questions
Is £34,000 a good data scientist salary in Nottingham?
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£34,000 is the entry-level data scientist salary in Nottingham, representing 72% of the median (£47,000).
Net take-home is £2,333/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 36% — tight.
At 2% above the Nottingham all-worker median of £33,400, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average data scientist salary in Nottingham?
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The median Nottingham data scientist salary is £47,000 (ONS 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £38,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £58,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £34,000,
while senior professionals reach £65,000.
How much can a data scientist in Nottingham save each month?
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On £34,000 in Nottingham, after rent (£850/mo), council tax (£118/mo),
transport (£58/mo) and groceries & utilities (£393/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £574/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data scientist in Nottingham?
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On £34,000 in Nottingham, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 36%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Nottingham 1-bed (£850/mo),
you need approximately £30,500 gross annual salary.