iOS Developer Salary UK 2025
Last updated: June 2025 • 7 min read • Written by: ClickMasters HR Team • Reviewed by: Reviewed annually
Direct Answer
iOS Developer salaries range from £32,000 to £700–£980/day. SwiftUI expertise commands a 15–25% premium over UIKit-only iOS developers — Apple's modern declarative UI framework is the standard for new iOS development. Accessibility expertise (iOS VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, Reduce Motion) is increasingly valued for UK HealthTech (DTAC Domain 5) and public sector apps (PSBAR). UK GDPR App Store Privacy Label knowledge is now expected at senior level.
Market Outlook
iOS Developers (Swift + SwiftUI + UIKit) are a specialist and consistently in-demand profile in the UK. Apple's dominant position in UK premium consumer markets means iOS development remains critical for consumer-facing FinTech, HealthTech, and eCommerce applications.
Salary benchmarks by Seniority
IR35 Tax Position
Day rates assume outside IR35. Inside IR35 contractor day rates in the UK are typically 15–25% higher to compensate for the lack of tax efficiency and additional payroll costs. ClickMasters engineers are directly employed by us, representing **zero IR35 risk** for clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ios developer salary standards.
Approximately £78,000–£115,000 mid-level. London +20–30%.
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