Average Construction operatives n.e.c. Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
In practical terms, a construction operatives n.e.c. in the Scotland earned a median of £29,467 during 2025, which works out to 2.5% below the UK-wide median of £30,237. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £29,467 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £31,925. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932, so construction operatives n.e.c.s sit 15.6% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £29,467 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,925 — 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.
Construction operatives n.e.c. salary across UK regions
Construction operatives n.e.c. salary in areas near Glasgow City
Salary data is by ONS region. Glasgow City is in the Scotland region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average construction operatives n.e.c. salary in Glasgow City?
The median construction operatives n.e.c. salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £29,467 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does construction operatives n.e.c. pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Construction operatives n.e.c.s in the Scotland earn 2.5% below the national median of £30,237. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is construction operatives n.e.c. a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Construction operatives n.e.c.s in the Scotland earn £29,467, which is 15.6% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for construction operatives n.e.c.s cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.