How much does a petty officer make in the United Kingdom?
£48,290a year
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is £4,024 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- £3,191
- Equals
- $63,580
- Compared with the median pay in the United Kingdom
- 1.5 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where the United Kingdom ranks among 110 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
What non-commissioned armed forces officers earn in the United Kingdom
Lowest 10%: £41,540Median: £48,290Highest 10%: £53,540
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $129,500 |
| 2. Norway estimate | $98,680 |
| 3. Austria estimate | $89,530 |
| 6. Netherlands estimate | $64,890 |
| 7. United Kingdom estimate | $63,580 |
| 8. Ireland estimate | $60,400 |
| 110. Gambia estimate | $613 |
Similar jobs
Armed forces occupations
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petty officer make a month in the United Kingdom?
The median gross salary is £4,024 a month, £48,290 a year.
How much does a petty officer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around £41,540 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than £53,540.
Which country pays a petty officer the most?
Canada, with a median of $52,480 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a petty officer make more in the United Kingdom or in Canada?
In the United Kingdom: $63,580 a year against $52,480 in Canada, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate