Average Care workers and home carers Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
In 2025, care workers and home carerss working in the Scotland took home a median salary of £21,997 — that's 2.4% above the national average of £21,487. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £21,997 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £23,832. The all-jobs average in Glasgow City is £34,932. By comparison, care workers and home carerss earn 37.0% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £21,997 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £23,832 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Care workers and home carers salary in areas near Glasgow City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average care workers and home carers salary in Glasgow City?
The median care workers and home carers salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £21,997 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does care workers and home carers pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Care workers and home carers in the Scotland earn 2.4% above the national median of £21,487. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is care workers and home carers a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Care workers and home carers in the Scotland earn £21,997, which is 37.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for care workers and home carerss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.