Average Crane drivers Salary in Wigan
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Wigan compares
The median pay for crane driverss in the North West stood at £53,511 in 2025, placing them 15.3% above the UK-wide figure of £46,392. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £53,511 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £58,674. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Wigan is £28,003, so crane driverss sit 91.1% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £53,511 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £58,674 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Crane drivers salary in areas near Wigan
Salary data is by ONS region. Wigan is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average crane drivers salary in Wigan?
The median crane drivers salary in the North West (which includes Wigan) is £53,511 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does crane drivers pay in Wigan compare to the UK average?
Crane drivers in the North West earn 15.3% above the national median of £46,392. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is crane drivers a well-paid job in Wigan compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Wigan is £28,003. Crane drivers in the North West earn £53,511, which is 91.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for crane driverss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Wigan. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.