Publicans and managers of licensed premises Salary — UK & US Data (2025)
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UK Salary Overview
The median salary for a publicans and managers of licensed premises in the UK is £37,427 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings data for 2025 (provisional). If you're heading into a pay review or a new offer, a good salary negotiation guide can help you land nearer the top of these ranges.
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Check Price →UK Regional Breakdown
| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| North West | £34,753 | -7.1% |
Regions without published data for this occupation are omitted (ONS suppresses small samples).
US Salary Overview
In the United States, the equivalent occupation (Food Service Managers, SOC 11-9051) has a national median wage of $69,390 per year according to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025). Around 238,000 people are employed in this occupation in the US. Figures are shown in local currency and are not converted.
US Top States by Median Salary
| State | Median salary | Mean salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $95,190 | $101,600 |
| Massachusetts | $92,240 | $91,810 |
| Hawaii | $87,800 | $90,860 |
| New York | $84,200 | $94,250 |
| Rhode Island | $82,850 | $84,340 |
| Alaska | $82,030 | $86,640 |
| District of Columbia | $81,680 | $95,280 |
| Virgin Islands | $80,570 | $81,160 |
| Colorado | $79,870 | $89,350 |
| Minnesota | $79,820 | $82,300 |
See the full US state-by-state breakdown for publicans and managers of licensed premises →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a publicans and managers of licensed premises in the UK?
The UK median is £37,427 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £39,795.
How does the US salary compare?
The equivalent US occupation (Food Service Managers) has a national median of $69,390 per year (BLS OES May 2025). Figures are in local currency and not converted.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · BLS OES, May 2025 · Page built 2026-07-18