Frequently Asked Questions
Is £72,000 a good oil & gas / energy engineer salary in Aberdeen?
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£72,000 is the mid-level oil & gas / energy engineer salary in Aberdeen, representing 100% of the median (£72,000).
Net take-home is £4,189/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 25% — comfortable.
At 106% above the Aberdeen all-worker median of £35,000, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average oil & gas / energy engineer salary in Aberdeen?
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The median Aberdeen oil & gas / energy engineer salary is £72,000 (ONS 2025 + Robert Half 2026).
The lower quartile (P25) is £58,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £95,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £50,500,
while senior professionals reach £101,000.
How much can a oil & gas / energy engineer in Aberdeen save each month?
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On £72,000 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 £2,166/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a oil & gas / energy engineer in Aberdeen?
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On £72,000 in Aberdeen, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 25%.
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.