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Industries with the Highest Labor Costs in the United Kingdom in 2026
Industries with the Highest Labor Costs in United Kingdom 2026
| Rank | Industry | Labor Costs | Market Size | Businesses | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charities in the UK | £32.2B | £87.3bn | 173,383 | 1,000,986 |
| 2 | Business Process Outsourcing Services in the UK | £30.1B | £75.1bn | 167,663 | 719,120 |
| 3 | Construction Contractors in the UK | £28.4B | £194.6bn | 97,115 | 583,824 |
| 4 | General Secondary Education in the UK | £27.9B | £70.7bn | 2,169 | 551,380 |
| 5 | Primary Education in the UK | £26.4B | £43.5bn | 14,803 | 546,457 |
| 6 | Management Consultants in the UK | £25.0B | £82.2bn | 180,351 | 468,064 |
| 7 | Temporary-Employment Placement Agencies in the UK | £24.9B | £59.1bn | 11,495 | 739,249 |
| 8 | Supermarkets in the UK | £23.4B | £210.8bn | 33,442 | 1,204,466 |
| 9 | Hospitals in the UK | £21.9B | £123.7bn | 247 | 907,637 |
| 10 | Computer Consultants in the UK | £20.7B | £83.7bn | 130,098 | 460,844 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the industry with the highest labor costs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
The industry with the highest labor costs in the United Kingdom in 2026 is Charities, with a £32.2B labor costs for 2026. This ranking is based on data compiled by IBISWorld industry analysts.
What are the top three industries with the highest labor costs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
The top three industries with the highest labor costs in the United Kingdom in 2026 are Charities, Business Process Outsourcing Services and Construction Contractors. Rankings are updated using IBISWorld data.