Frequently Asked Questions
Is £48,000 a good software engineer salary in York?
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£48,000 is the mid-level software engineer salary in York, representing 100% of the median (£48,000).
Net take-home is £3,173/month after tax and NI.
Rent-to-income is 30% — comfortable.
At 50% above the York all-worker median of £32,000, this is a competitive salary for the city.
What is the average software engineer salary in York?
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The median York software engineer salary is £48,000 (ONS ASHE 2025).
The lower quartile (P25) is £38,000 and the upper quartile (P75) is £60,000.
Entry-level roles typically start around £33,500,
while senior professionals reach £67,000.
How much can a software engineer in York save each month?
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On £48,000 in York, after rent (£950/mo), council tax (£120/mo),
transport (£68/mo) and groceries & utilities (£405/mo),
estimated monthly savings capacity is approximately £1,290/month.
What is the rent-to-income ratio for a software engineer in York?
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On £48,000 in York, the rent-to-income ratio for a 1-bed flat is 30%.
The guideline for comfortable solo living is under 33%.
To achieve a 33% RTI on a York 1-bed (£950/mo),
you need approximately £34,000 gross annual salary.