How much does a deep-sea fisherman make in the United Kingdom?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is £2,278 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- £1,933
- Equals
- $35,990
- Compared with the median pay in the United Kingdom
- 0.8 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where the United Kingdom ranks among 141 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 | $71,520 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $71,270 |
| 3. Denmark estimate | $65,280 |
| 13. Ireland estimate | $39,130 |
| 14. United Kingdom estimate | $35,990 |
| 15. Germany estimate | $33,900 |
| 141. Kenya estimate | $73 |
Similar jobs
Skilled agricultural, forestry and fishery workers
- Aquaculture support worker£28,830
- Fisheries boatman£27,330
- Hunter£27,580
- Forest ranger£27,610
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deep-sea fisherman make a month in the United Kingdom?
The median gross salary is £2,278 a month, £27,330 a year.
How much does a deep-sea fisherman make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around £23,110 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than £32,540.
Which country pays a deep-sea fisherman the most?
United States, with a median of $59,320 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a deep-sea fisherman make more in the United Kingdom or in United States?
In United States: $59,320 a year against $35,990 in the United Kingdom, 1.6 times more.
Who makes more, a deep-sea fisherman or an aquaculture support worker?
An aquaculture support worker: £28,830 a year against £27,330 for a deep-sea fisherman, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate