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Average Civil engineers Salary in West Devon

ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025

Median Annual — South West region

£55,472

+£4,870 (9.6% above) vs UK average

UK median: £50,602 · Hourly: Not available

South West vs all UK regions

North East£39,722South West£55,472West Midlands£56,066

Mean annual: £57,430 · Jobs in region: N/A

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How West Devon compares

vs UK average for civil engineerss +£4,870 (9.6% above)

vs West Devon all-jobs average +£27,311 (97.0% above)

The going rate for civil engineerss in the South West? £55,472 at the median in 2025. That compares to £50,602 nationally — a gap of 9.6% above. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £55,472 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £57,723. The all-jobs average in West Devon is £28,161. By comparison, civil engineerss earn 97.0% more than the typical worker locally.

Cost of Living Adjustment

After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £55,472 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £57,723 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average civil engineers salary in West Devon?

The median civil engineers salary in the South West (which includes West Devon) is £55,472 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 West Devon compare to the UK average?

Civil engineers in the South West earn 9.6% above the national median of £50,602. This makes the South West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.

Is civil engineers a well-paid job in West Devon compared to other roles?

The average salary across all jobs in West Devon is £28,161. Civil engineers in the South West earn £55,472, which is 97.0% above the local average across all occupations.