Is £35,000 a Good Salary in Leeds?
Updated June 2026 · HMRC 2026/27 rates · ONS data
Short answer: On £35,000 in Leeds, your take-home is £2,393/month after tax. After estimated average costs in Leeds, you have £647/month left.
Where Does £35,000 Rank in the UK?
UK median based on ONS ASHE 2025 full-time employee data. Local median derived from ONS regional pay data.
£35,000 After Tax in Leeds
£2,393/month
Cost of Living in Leeds on £35,000
Rent: ONS Private Rental Market Survey, April 2026. Energy: Ofgem price cap April 2026. Food: average spend.
Life on £35,000 in Leeds
Comfortable in Manchester, Birmingham or Leeds.
- Solo renting is comfortably affordable
- Saving £300-500/month is realistic
- Home ownership is achievable within 5-7 years
- Good quality of life without constant budget pressure
Moving above £37,430 puts you ahead of the UK median
Home Buying Timeline in Leeds
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is £35,000 a good salary in Leeds?
Yes, £35,000 is a good salary in Leeds. After tax and living costs, you have around £647 left each month — enough to live comfortably and save.
Is £35,000 enough to live alone in Leeds?
Yes, living alone on £35,000 in Leeds is possible. Rent takes around 44% of your take-home pay, which is above the ideal 33% but manageable with careful budgeting.
Tax calculations based on 2026/27 HMRC rates for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Scottish Income Tax rates applied for Edinburgh and Glasgow. Rent from ONS Private Rental Market Survey, April 2026. UK median salary from ONS ASHE 2025 (full-time employees: £37,430). Local salary medians derived from ONS regional pay data — approximations only. All figures are estimates. Last updated: June 2026.
Comfort level indicators are illustrative categories based on estimated disposable income and do not constitute financial advice. Individual circumstances vary significantly.