How much does an actor make in the United Kingdom?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is £2,332 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- £1,972
- Equals
- $36,850
- Compared with the median pay in the United Kingdom
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where the United Kingdom ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $75,280 |
| 2. Luxembourg estimate | $61,800 |
| 3. United States | $60,420 |
| 13. Finland estimate | $39,060 |
| 14. United Kingdom estimate | $36,850 |
| 15. Canada | $35,680 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $270 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Artist£47,760
- Musician£46,590
- Ballet dancer£32,800
- Art director£45,530
- Announcer£36,770
- Performer£26,260
Frequently asked questions
How much does an actor make a month in the United Kingdom?
The median gross salary is £2,332 a month, £27,990 a year.
How much does an actor make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around £15,390 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than £47,580.
Which country pays an actor the most?
United States, with a median of $60,420 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an actor make more in the United Kingdom or in United States?
In United States: $60,420 a year against $36,850 in the United Kingdom, 1.6 times more.
Who makes more, an actor or an artist?
An artist: £47,760 a year against £27,990 for an actor, 1.7 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate