Average Civil engineers Salary in South Ayrshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How South Ayrshire compares
The median pay for civil engineerss in the Scotland stood at £54,668 in 2025, placing them 8.0% above the UK-wide figure of £50,602. This is particularly notable with infrastructure investment driving steady demand for qualified engineers. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £54,668 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £59,229. Compared to the South Ayrshire average across all roles (£33,928), civil engineerss take home 61.1% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £54,668 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £59,229 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average civil engineers salary in South Ayrshire?
The median civil engineers salary in the Scotland (which includes South Ayrshire) is £54,668 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does civil engineers pay in South Ayrshire compare to the UK average?
Civil engineers in the Scotland earn 8.0% above the national median of £50,602. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is civil engineers a well-paid job in South Ayrshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in South Ayrshire is £33,928. Civil engineers in the Scotland earn £54,668, which is 61.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for civil engineerss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to South Ayrshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.