Apprenticeship Wage Calculator
Instantly calculate your expected weekly, monthly, and annual pay based on current UK apprenticeship minimum wage rates. Accurate, free, and easy to use.
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UK Apprenticeship Minimum Wage Rates
Current statutory minimum wage rates for apprentices in the UK (2024/2025 tax year). Rates are subject to annual review by the government.
| Category | Hourly Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Under 19 years old | £6.40 | Applies regardless of apprenticeship year |
| 19 or over, 1st Year | £6.40 | Applies to all apprentices in their first year |
| 19 to 20 years old | £8.60 | Applies from 2nd year of apprenticeship onwards |
| 21 and over | £11.44 | Applies from 2nd year onwards (National Living Wage) |
Apprenticeship Wage FAQ
Everything you need to know about apprentice pay, taxes, and entitlements in the UK.
As of the 2024/2025 tax year, the apprenticeship minimum wage is £6.40 per hour for apprentices under 19, or those aged 19 and over in their first year. From the second year onwards, apprentices are entitled to the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage appropriate for their age (£8.60 for 19-20 year olds, and £11.44 for those 21 and over).
You only pay Income Tax if your gross annual earnings exceed the Personal Allowance, which is currently £12,570 per year. Many apprentices earn below this threshold and therefore do not pay Income Tax. However, National Insurance contributions may still apply if you earn over £242 per week.
Once you complete your first year of apprenticeship, or if you turn 19 during your apprenticeship (and have already completed the first year), you are legally entitled to the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage appropriate for your age. This is significantly higher than the apprentice rate.
Yes, absolutely. The apprenticeship minimum wage is just the legal floor. Many forward-thinking employers choose to pay their apprentices a higher, more competitive wage to attract top talent, reward hard work, and reflect the true value of the contributions being made.