Air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers salary in the UK is £41,166 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £45,432, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £18.98.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £36,953 in East to £45,436 in South East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£41,166
Annual
UK Mean
£45,432
Annual
Hourly Rate
£18.98
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East | £45,436 | £51,368 | £44,027 |
| Scotland | £45,435 | £48,125 | £49,225 |
| North West | £40,063 | £43,682 | £43,929 |
| East Midlands | £37,111 | £41,773 | £40,426 |
| East | £36,953 | £40,305 | £37,978 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers salary in the UK?
The median air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers salary in the UK is £41,166 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £45,432, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers the most?
South East pays the highest air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers salaries with a median of £45,436.
How does air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers pay vary by region?
Air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers salaries range from £36,953 in East to £45,436 in South East.
Are air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers?
The median hourly rate for air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers in the UK is £18.98 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.