Data Scientist salary in Leeds
The average Data Scientist salary in Leeds is £58,800 per year (£3,722/mo net take-home pay after UK tax, or £30.15/hr).
≈ £3,113 / month after tax
Hourly rate: £24.10/hr (37.5h/wk)
Typical starting package for a graduate or junior Data Scientist in Leeds (0–2 years experience).
≈ £3,722 / month after tax
Hourly: £30.15/hr • Daily: £226/day
Market median for an established Data Scientist in Leeds (2–5 years experience).
≈ £4,572 / month after tax
Hourly rate: £39.18/hr (37.5h/wk)
Top percentile pay for senior & lead Data Scientist specialists in Leeds (5+ years).
Take-home pay vs. living cost in Leeds
Based on the 2026/27 UK tax year (standard 1257L tax code), a mid-level Data Scientist earning £58,800 takes home £3,722 net per month (or £859/week).
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Frequently asked questions about Data Scientist pay in Leeds
How much does a Data Scientist earn in Leeds in 2026/27?
The average Data Scientist salary in Leeds is £58,800 per year (or £30.15 per hour based on a standard 37.5-hour UK working week). Entry-level and graduate Data Scientist roles start around £47,000 per year, while senior and lead specialists earn up to £76,400 per year.
What is the monthly take-home pay for a Data Scientist in Leeds after UK tax?
On a median Data Scientist salary of £58,800 in Leeds, your estimated net take-home pay is £3,722 per month (approx. £859 per week) after deducting 2026/27 UK Income Tax and Class 1 National Insurance under the standard 1257L tax code.
What is the typical hourly and daily rate for a Data Scientist in Leeds?
A mid-level Data Scientist in Leeds earns an equivalent hourly rate of £30.15/hr (ranging from £24.10/hr for junior roles to £39.18/hr for senior roles) and a permanent daily salary equivalent of £226 per day.
Is a Data Scientist salary enough to live comfortably in Leeds?
With a net monthly income of £3,722 and an estimated 1-bedroom rent of £1,000 per month in Leeds, housing takes approximately 27% of a Data Scientist's take-home pay — leaving £2,722 per month in disposable income.
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