As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Forex Trader in the United Kingdom is $78,464, with an hourly rate of $38, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from $63,584 to $94,246, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   $63,584
50TH(Median)   $78,464
75TH   $94,246
Forex Trader Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Forex Trader Salary $63,584 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Forex Trader Salary $78,464 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Forex Trader Salary $94,246 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Forex Trader Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Forex Trader salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Forex Trader is about $78,464 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of $38, a monthly salary of about $6,539, and a weekly pay of around $1,509. Click the switch button below to see more details about Forex Trader hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Forex Traders Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Forex Trader's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn $65,583 - $74,688, while Intermediate make $66,915 - $75,799, Senior earn $68,692 - $77,353, Specialist earn $71,135 - $79,642, Expert can reach $75,133 - $83,646 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Forex Trader $71,801
Intermediate Level Forex Trader $72,912
Senior Level Forex Trader $74,688
Specialist Level Forex Trader $76,909
Expert Level Forex Trader $80,819
$71,801 0 yr
$72,912 < 2 yrs
$74,688 2-4 yrs
$76,909 5-8 yrs
$80,819 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 8%
Intermediate Level 7%
Senior Level 5%
Specialist Level 2%
Expert Level 3%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Forex Trader?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Forex Trader are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is $84,741 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers $79,047, and Manchester pays around $75,212 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Trader (Corporate Bonds) I or Forex Trader?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Trader (Corporate Bonds) I makes less than a Forex Trader. A Trader (Corporate Bonds) I earns an average annual salary of $50,506. And a Forex Trader earns an average annual salary of $78,464.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Trader (Corporate Bonds) I
$44,545
$56,466
Trader (Corporate Bonds) III
$74,248
$96,618
Trader (Corporate Bonds) II
$59,640
$78,542
Corporate Bond Trader, Entry
$44,340
$56,206
Corporate Bond Trader, Experienced
$59,900
$78,885

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