Average Butchers Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
In 2025, butcherss working in the South West took home a median salary of £28,761 — that's 3.0% above the national average of £27,929. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £28,761 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £29,928. Compared to the Bristol, City of UA average across all roles (£36,652), butcherss take home 21.5% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £28,761 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £29,928 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Butchers salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bristol, City of UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average butchers salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median butchers salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £28,761 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does butchers pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Butchers in the South West earn 3.0% above the national median of £27,929. This makes the South West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is butchers a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. Butchers in the South West earn £28,761, which is 21.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for butcherss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.