How Much Does a Gp Earn

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Let’s get the headline out of the way. In the UK, a salaried GP (that’s a doctor working for a practice, not owning it) typically earns between £65,000 and £100,000 a year. Sounds good, right? Dave’s jaw just dropped.

But hang on—before you start checking your bank balance, remember that this is for a job that requires ten years of training. And that salary is before tax, student loan repayments, and pension contributions. So, take a deep breath.

A GP partner—someone who co-owns the practice—can earn much more, often £100,000 to £150,000 or even higher. But (and it’s a big “but,” like, giant) they also carry the financial risk of the business. Think staff salaries, rent, and surprise equipment breakdowns.

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The biggest secret Dave doesn’t know? That salary is for one full-time job, which usually means 10-15 minute appointments, back-to-back, all day. You see patients with chest pain, a rash, depression, and a weird mole, all before lunch. It’s mentally exhausting.

And don’t forget the administration—the mountain of paperwork, referral letters, and prescription queries. Many GPs work an extra 10–15 hours a week unpaid just to keep up. So that hourly rate? It drops fast.

GP Training Pay - payscales for ST1 - ST3 including GP registrar net

Compare it to a specialist surgeon, who might earn £150,000+ with fewer patients per day. Or a dentist—yes, dentists—who can earn similar or even more with less on-call drama. Suddenly, the GP’s “big” number feels a bit… naïve, doesn’t it?