Definitive salary data for private household staff. 30+ roles, 5 international markets, backed by 24 industry sources.
Annual gross salaries (£). All figures reflect UHNW private household positions.
| Role | Live-in London | Live-out London |
|---|---|---|
| Butler | £45,000–£70,000 | £50,000–£80,000 |
| Housekeeper | £28,000–£42,000 | £32,000–£48,000 |
| Private Chef | £40,000–£65,000 | £45,000–£75,000 |
| Nanny | £28,000–£45,000 | £32,000–£55,000 |
| Chauffeur | £30,000–£45,000 | £35,000–£55,000 |
| House Manager | £45,000–£65,000 | £50,000–£75,000 |
| Estate Manager | £55,000–£90,000 | £60,000–£100,000 |
| Personal Assistant | £35,000–£55,000 | £40,000–£70,000 |
| Domestic Couple | £55,000–£80,000 | £70,000–£90,000 |
| Role | Entry (2–4 yrs) | Mid (4–8 yrs) | Senior (8+ yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler | £35,000–£50,000 | £50,000–£80,000 | £80,000–£125,000+ |
| Housekeeper | £28,000–£37,000 | £38,000–£55,000 | £56,000–£90,000+ |
| Private Chef | £40,000–£55,000 | £55,000–£75,000 | £80,000–£140,000+ |
| Nanny | £28,000–£40,000 | £40,000–£55,000 | £55,000–£75,000+ |
| Chauffeur | £28,000–£37,000 | £38,000–£55,000 | £56,000+ |
| House Manager | £40,000–£55,000 | £55,000–£75,000 | £75,000–£100,000+ |
| Estate Manager | £55,000–£70,000 | £70,000–£100,000 | £100,000–£200,000+ |
| Personal Assistant | £35,000–£45,000 | £45,000–£60,000 | £60,000–£125,000+ |
| Domestic Couple | £55,000–£70,000 | £70,000–£90,000 | £90,000–£150,000+ |
Sources: Irving Scott, Polo & Tweed, Bespoke Bureau, Greycoat Lumleys, Domestic Bliss Appointments, Eden Private Staff
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