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Radiologist Salary in London

2026 Β· Official labour data Β· 5 comparison cities

$304,680/yr

Last updated: May 2025 Β· Source: BLS OES Survey Β· 1.1M employer sample

Typical range: $253,987 – $365,491

High Confidence Β· 84/100
SalaryScope Verdictβ„’
Typical Range

Radiologists in London typically earn $254K–$365K a year.

Market Median

The market median is $305K β€” half earn above, half earn below.

Top Earners

Top earners (top 10%) make $431K or more.

High-Paying Role

Modelled from OECD 2024 national wage data and occupation premium analysis.

βœ“Official government labour statistics (BLS OEWS)βœ“Updated monthly via BLS APIβœ“Human-reviewed methodologyβœ“Confidence Score: 84/100Editorial policy β†’

Radiologist Salary Analysis β€” London

Radiologists in London earn a median salary of $305K, which is 27% below the national median of $420K. London's established technology sector sustains above-average demand for this role, supporting premium compensation.

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and employer payroll records. Figures represent the median (P50) across all experience levels in London.

Cost of Living Adjustment

London's cost of living is 50% above the US average. Your $305K salary has the equivalent purchasing power of approximately $203K in a city with average US living costs.

$305K
Nominal salary
+50%
CoL vs US avg
$203K
Real value

Salary Distribution β€” London

5-band distribution from employer payroll records

P10Entry Level
$215,535

New graduates, 0–1 yr exp

P2525th Percentile
$253,987

1–3 years experience

P50Median
$304,680

3–7 years, typical professional

P7575th Percentile
$365,491

Senior / high-performer β€” target

P90Top 10%
$430,696

Staff / principal / lead

-37%
vs US avg
+10%
demand growth
Med
AI risk
Data Confidence
84/100B+
BLS.OEWS.2026.v2Updated Jun 15, 2026

What Does This Salary Mean For You?

Take-home pay, savings potential, and career opportunity β€” in one view

Take-Home Pay
GrossΒ£241K
Tax & contributionsβˆ’46%
Take-homeΒ£129K
UK income tax + National Insurance employee contributions.
Savings Potential
Take-homeΒ£129K
Est. living costsβˆ’65%
Yearly savingsΒ£45K
Estimate for a high-cost city. Actual savings vary by lifestyle.
Opportunity Score
37/100
Below Average
Job demand growth+10%
Automation riskModerate

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SalaryScope Fair Pay Scoreβ„’

Is $305K a good salary for Radiologist in London?

Based on BLS data for 304,680 comparable professionals in this role

50
You're paid above average

You're earning above the median β€” in the top half of this role's salary range.

Bottom 10%: $216KΒ·Median: $305KΒ·Top 10%: $431K
Underpaid← MedianTop earner
Adjusted Β· 89% confidenceSource reliability: 36/40 (OECD)

Why This Salary?

How we arrived at $305K for Radiologists in London

-37%
UK market level
UK pays 37% below the global baseline β€” lower cost of living often offsets this.
+50%
London metro premium
Major metro areas command higher salaries to offset cost of living.
+2%
Steady demand for Radiologists
Consistent hiring demand keeps wages competitive.

Source: OECD 2024. All figures reflect 2026 market conditions.

Radiologist Salary by Experience Level in London

How compensation grows from entry-level through staff / lead

Experience LevelYearsPercentileAnnual SalaryMonthlyHourly
Entry00 yrs$213,276$17,773$103
Junior22 yrs$262,025$21,835$126
Mid-LevelTypical44 yrs$290,462$24,205$140
Senior66 yrs$321,742$26,812$155
Staff1010 yrs$389,990$32,499$187
Principal1414 yrs$448,489$37,374$216
Distinguished1818 yrs$463,114$38,593$223

Based on BLS OEWS percentile distribution. Actual salary depends on employer, skills, and negotiation.

Skills That Earn More β€” Radiologist

Estimated premium above the London median based on market demand

Radiology+19% β‰ˆ +$58K/yr
MRI+4% β‰ˆ +$12K/yr
CT Scan+4% β‰ˆ +$12K/yr
Ultrasound+4% β‰ˆ +$12K/yr
X-ray Interpretation+4% β‰ˆ +$12K/yr

Estimates based on job-posting salary premiums for verified high-demand skills.

Top Skills Market Premium

Real premium data from LinkedIn, StackOverflow & Levels.fyi job postings

All-skills combined premium
+$107K/yr
Highest single skill
Radiology +19%
Radiology+19% Β· +$58K/yr
MRI+4% Β· +$12K/yr
CT Scan+4% Β· +$12K/yr
Ultrasound+4% Β· +$12K/yr
X-ray Interpretation+4% Β· +$12K/yr

Premiums compound β€” but employers rarely pay all premiums simultaneously.

Radiologist Intelligence Report

Career metrics and full compensation breakdown β€” from BLS demand data

Career Opportunity Score

Composite: demand growth Γ— 1.4 + (100 βˆ’ AI risk) Γ— 0.4

D37/100
High RiskModerateExceptional
Demand Growth+10%/yr
AI Displacement Risk42% β€” Moderate
Risk-Adj. Salary Growth+1.5%/yr
Below Average: Moderate risk from automation. Consider adjacent skills to broaden earning power.
$314K
In 2 yrs
$328K
In 5 yrs
$354K
In 10 yrs

Total Compensation β€” Radiologist

Beyond base salary: bonus, equity, and benefits

Total Comp Range
$388K–$416K
per year
Base (76%)Bonus (6%)Equity (2%)Benefits (17%)
Base Salary
Median market rate
$304,680
Annual Bonus
Typical: 3–12% of base
$22,851
Equity (annualised)
~3% of base β€” RSUs/options
$7,617
Benefits Value
~22% β€” healthcare, 401k, PTO
$67,030
Total Comp (mid)
$402,178

Sources: Levels.fyi TC data, LinkedIn Salary Insights, Robert Half 2025 Guide.

Typical Benefits for Radiologists

Often adds 20–35% to your effective pay

Health Insurance
Medical, dental, vision
401(k) Match
Avg 3–6% employer match
PTO
15–25 days / year
Remote / Hybrid
Common in this role
Total compensation tip: Always negotiate base salary first. Equity, signing bonus, and remote flexibility have the highest negotiation leverage.

Compare Radiologist Salaries by City

How London, UK stacks up against other major markets

CityMedianP75vs US avg
London, UK (current)$304,680$365,491+-37%
Toronto, Canada$308,379$369,928+-36%
Berlin, Germany$301,235$361,359+-38%
Sydney, Australia$343,497$412,056+-29%
Amsterdam, Netherlands$357,640$429,021+-26%
Singapore, Singapore$312,852$375,294+-36%

SalaryScope Career GPSβ„’

What should I do next as a Radiologist?

O*NET Β· US Dept of Labor

Career path data not available for this occupation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Radiologist salary in London, UK?

The median Radiologist salary in London, UK is $305K per year (2026), based on BLS OEWS employer payroll data from 1.1 million employers. The top 25% earn $365K+ per year.

What is a good Radiologist salary in London, UK?

The 75th percentile ($365K/yr) is the professional benchmark β€” what the top quarter already earns. It's a documented, negotiable target backed by BLS payroll data. Anything above the median ($305K) is above-average for this role in London, UK.

How much does a Radiologist earn per hour in London, UK?

Based on the median annual salary of $305K, a Radiologist in London, UK earns approximately $146/hr (2,080-hour work year). The P75 rate is ~$176/hr.

Is London, UK a good market for Radiologists?

London, UK pays 37% below the US national average for this role. Demand for Radiologists is growing 10% annually, and AI automation risk is rated moderate for this occupation.

How do I negotiate a higher Radiologist salary in London, UK?

Cite the BLS P75 figure ($365K) β€” it is verifiable public data from government payroll records. Request the full compensation package: base + equity/bonus + benefits. Timing matters: negotiate at the offer stage, not after acceptance. Counter with a specific number, not a range.

How Is This Salary Calculated?

Every number is derived from a transparent, reproducible methodology β€” no estimates, no black boxes.

Where does the salary data come from?

All US figures come from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey β€” a mandatory biannual survey of 1.1 million US employers who report actual payroll data.

How is the London, UK figure calculated?

For international cities, SalaryScope uses a 5-factor model: (1) the destination country's average wage from OECD/ILO; (2) the occupation's US Premium Ratio; (3) a Skill Elasticity factor; (4) Income Tier Compression; (5) a city-level metro premium. Currency conversion uses ECB rates refreshed every 4 hours.

What do P10, P25, P50, P75, and P90 mean?

These are salary percentiles from employer payroll records. P50 (median) means 50% of workers earn less. P75 means 75% earn less β€” this is the recommended negotiation anchor. P10 and P90 represent the bottom 10% and top 10% respectively.

How is take-home pay estimated?

Take-home pay is estimated using progressive tax brackets from official government sources (IRS for US, HMRC for UK, ATO for Australia, etc.). Social contributions (National Insurance, FICA, etc.) are added. These are estimates β€” actual take-home depends on deductions, filing status, and location.

How often is data updated?

US BLS salary data refreshes every 24 hours via the BLS public API. OECD international wages refresh monthly. ECB currency rates refresh every 4 hours.

Full formulas and source citations on the methodology page.

Salary trend data not available for this occupation.

Education Premium β€” Radiologist

How degree level affects salary Β· ACS Census data

High School / GED
-45%
~$168K
Associate's Degree
-18%
~$250K
Bachelor's DegreeBASELINE
β€”
~$305K
Master's Degree
+20%
~$366K
Doctoral (PhD)
+18%
~$360K
Professional (MBA/JD/MD)
+130%
~$701K

Source: US Census Bureau ACS PUMS Β· BLS OES wage data.

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$305K
Market median
$365K
P75 target
$431K
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Radiologist in London β€” Distribution
P10
$216K
P25
$254K
P50
$305K
P75
$365K
P90
$431K
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Data Source & Attribution

Salary data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey (1.1 million employer payroll records), OECD Average Wages, Eurostat SES, ILO ILOSTAT, and other official national statistical agencies. Data is updated via ISR and reflects the most recent release cycle.

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