<P> In terms of global poverty criteria , the United Kingdom is a wealthy country , with virtually no people living on less than £ 4 a day . In 2012 -- 13 , median personal income was approximately £ 21,000 a year but varies considerably by age , location , data source and occupation . There is both significant income redistribution and income inequality ; for instance , in 2013 / 14 income in the top and bottom fifth of households was £ 80,800 and £ 5,500 , respectively , before taxes and benefits ( 15 : 1 ) . After tax and benefits , household income disparities are significantly reduced to £ 60,000 and £ 15,500 ( 4 : 1 ) . </P>
<P> In terms of global poverty criteria , the United Kingdom is a wealthy country , with virtually no people living on less than £ 4 a day . In 2012 -- 13 , median personal income was approximately £ 21,000 a year but varies considerably by age , location , data source and occupation . There is both significant income redistribution and income inequality ; for instance , in 2013 / 14 income in the top and bottom fifth of households was £ 80,800 and £ 5,500 , respectively , before taxes and benefits ( 15 : 1 ) . After tax and benefits , household income disparities are significantly reduced to £ 60,000 and £ 15,500 ( 4 : 1 ) . </P>
what is the median wage in the uk
what is the median wage in the uk
approximately £ 21,000 a year
approximately £ 21,000 a year