Barrister Salary in the UK
Barristers are specialist legal advisers and courtroom advocates. They represent clients in court, draft legal opinions, and provide expert advice on complex cases.
Barrister Take Home Pay
On the average Barrister salary of £75,000, you would take home £54,057 per year (£4,504.78 per month) after tax and National Insurance.
Effective tax rate: 27.9%|Marginal rate: 40%
Barrister Salary by Location
Barrister salaries vary significantly by region. London typically offers the highest salaries but also has a higher cost of living.
Barrister Salary Growth (2020-2025)
See how Barrister salaries have changed over the past 5 years, including inflation-adjusted real growth.
+17.8%
Total Growth
+£11,358
Salary Increase
+3.3%
Annual Growth Rate
-7.9%
Real Growth (Inflation Adj.)
Year-over-Year Changes
Key Skills Required
Typical Qualifications
- Law degree or GDL
- Bar course
- Pupillage completion
Barrister Career Progression
What Does a Barrister Do?
Industries Hiring Barristers
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Take Home Pay
£54,057.40/year
72.1% of gross income
- Gross Income£75,000.00
- Taxable Income£62,430.00
- Income Tax-£17,432.00
- National Insurance-£3,510.60
- Total Deductions-£20,942.60
27.9%
Effective Rate
40%
Marginal Rate
Barrister Salary FAQ
What is the average Barrister salary in the UK?
The average Barrister salary in the UK is £75,000 per year. Salaries typically range from £25,000 for entry-level positions to £300,000 for senior roles.
How much does a Barrister earn in London?
A Barrister in London earns an average of £95,000 per year, which is 58% higher than the national average.
What is the take-home pay for a Barrister?
On the average Barrister salary of £75,000, you would take home approximately £54,057 per year (£4,504.78 per month) after income tax and National Insurance.