Civil engineers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median civil engineers salary in the UK is £50,602 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £52,874, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £25.04.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £39,722 in North East to £56,066 in West Midlands. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£50,602
Annual
UK Mean
£52,874
Annual
Hourly Rate
£25.04
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | £56,066 | £52,178 | £61,274 |
| South West | £55,472 | £57,430 | £57,723 |
| Scotland | £54,668 | £51,830 | £59,229 |
| South East | £54,499 | £58,223 | £52,809 |
| London | £51,769 | £55,746 | £44,475 |
| North West | £49,238 | £53,551 | £53,989 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £48,160 | £48,552 | £53,215 |
| Wales | £41,581 | £46,292 | £46,201 |
| North East | £39,722 | £44,325 | £44,087 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average civil engineers salary in the UK?
The median civil engineers salary in the UK is £50,602 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £52,874, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays civil engineerss the most?
West Midlands pays the highest civil engineers salaries with a median of £56,066.
How does civil engineers pay vary by region?
Civil engineers salaries range from £39,722 in North East to £56,066 in West Midlands.
Are civil engineers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the hourly rate for a civil engineers?
The median hourly rate for a civil engineers in the UK is £25.04 (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.