Frequently Asked Questions
Is £26,000 a good data analyst salary in Cardiff?
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£26,000 is the entry-level data analyst salary in Cardiff, representing 72% of the median (£36,000).
Net take-home is £1,853/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 49% — stressed.
At 15% below the Cardiff all-worker median of £30,500, cost management is important at this level.
What is the average data analyst salary in Cardiff?
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The median Cardiff data analyst salary is £36,000 (LinkedIn 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £29,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £45,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £26,000,
while senior professionals reach £49,000.
How much can a data analyst in Cardiff save each month?
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On £26,000 in Cardiff, after rent (£900/mo), council tax (£132/mo),
transport (£50/mo) and groceries & utilities (£388/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £43/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a data analyst in Cardiff?
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On £26,000 in Cardiff, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 49%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a Cardiff 1-bed (£900/mo),
you need approximately £32,500 gross annual salary.