Frequently Asked Questions
Is £54,000 a good data / business analyst salary in Cambridge?
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£54,000 is the mid-level data / business analyst salary in Cambridge, representing 100% of the median (£54,000).
Net take-home is £3,490/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 43% — tight.
At 35% above the Cambridge all-worker median of £40,000, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average data / business analyst salary in Cambridge?
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The median Cambridge data / business analyst salary is £54,000 (ONS ASHE 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £43,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £68,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £39,000,
while senior professionals reach £73,500.
How much can a data / business analyst in Cambridge save each month?
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On £54,000 in Cambridge, after rent (£1,500/mo), council tax (£155/mo),
transport (£75/mo) and groceries & utilities (£440/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £980/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data / business analyst in Cambridge?
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On £54,000 in Cambridge, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 43%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Cambridge 1-bed (£1,500/mo),
you need approximately £54,000 gross annual salary.