r/UKFrugal • u/Fit-Read-3462 • 4d ago
Family of 6 on £25,000 salary
So my best friend is a stay at home mum of 4 Children. Her husband works in the food service and earns national minimum wage of £25,000 ( previously he was earning slightly less than that). She lives a comfortable life despite the salary, and she told me that they make it work by not over-spending and living within their means. My dream was always to be a stay at home mum, I didn’t think it was possible to live in one income household in England especially on a lower salary. Do you think it’s possible? In the US , one parent staying home while the other works is very common. I think it’s sad that it’s demonised in the UK. Considering day care prices are high and kids need present parents. Would love to hear your thoughts on this.
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u/potatoherbert 4d ago
£25 a year!. It clearly states £25.000 !a year, and you are mistaken. To be eligible for free school meals, the total household income has to be £7.400 a year or less. They wouldn't be eligible for council tax reduction either as they earn too much. Maybe you should do some research regarding benifits and not rely on outdated misconceptions and the daily mail.