Frequently Asked Questions
Is £46,000 a good data scientist salary in Sheffield?
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£46,000 is the mid-level data scientist salary in Sheffield, representing 100% of the median (£46,000).
Net take-home is £3,053/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 27% — comfortable.
At 40% above the Sheffield all-worker median of £32,900, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average data scientist salary in Sheffield?
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The median Sheffield data scientist salary is £46,000 (ONS 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £37,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £58,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £33,000,
while senior professionals reach £63,500.
How much can a data scientist in Sheffield save each month?
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On £46,000 in Sheffield, after rent (£825/mo), council tax (£126/mo),
transport (£65/mo) and groceries & utilities (£399/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £1,298/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data scientist in Sheffield?
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On £46,000 in Sheffield, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 27%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Sheffield 1-bed (£825/mo),
you need approximately £29,500 gross annual salary.