Wage growth in the UK, May 2026: 4.4%
Wage growth in the UK was 4.4% in May 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (UK).
- Previous month (April 2026): 4.4% (unchanged).
- A year earlier (May 2025): 5%.
- A newer figure is available: 3.7% in August 2026.
Latest figure and full history
Other countries in May 2026
| Country | Value |
|---|---|
| UK | 4.4% |
| Canada | 3.33% |
| U.S. | 3.3% |
Other months
Source
Source: Office for National Statistics, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 — Office for National Statistics (UK)