SOC 5443 Textiles, printing and other skilled trades

Florists Salary

Salary data from ONS ASHE. Some figures may be unavailable due to small sample sizes.

For florists, £23,713 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -39% versus the national average.

About this role

Florists design and create floral arrangements, bouquets, wreaths, wedding flowers and event decorations. They source, condition and arrange fresh and dried flowers, advise customers on selections and manage the commercial operations of floristry businesses.

Key responsibilities

Creating floral arrangements, bouquets and displays
Sourcing, conditioning and maintaining fresh flowers and foliage
Advising customers on flower selection and design options
Delivering flowers and setting up event and wedding displays
Managing floristry business operations including ordering and finances

Qualifications and entry routes

Level 2/3 Diploma in Floristry or equivalent. Many train through college courses or apprenticeships. BFA (British Florists' Association) membership provides professional recognition. Business skills are essential for shop owners.

Career outlook

Floristry combines creative skill with retail business. Wedding and event floristry offer premium pricing. Online flower delivery services are reshaping the retail landscape.

Key skills

Floral design Plant knowledge Creativity Customer service Business management

Common industries

Retail florists
Wedding and event floristry
Funeral floristry
Hotel and corporate flowers
Online flower delivery

Data coverage

SOC code 5443

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Median Salary

N/A

Mean Salary

£18,274

Jobs (000s)

N/A

Data Years

11 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +0.0%Real growth: +0.0%

Florists salary: common questions

How much do florists earn in the UK?

Florists earn a median of £23,713 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).

Is £23,713 a good salary in the UK?

For florists, £23,713 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -39% versus the national average.

Have florists salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median florists pay has risen from £15,982 to £23,713 — +48% in cash terms, or +8.0% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).