Average Electrical engineers Salary in Bedford UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Bedford UA compares
In 2025, electrical engineerss working in the East took home a median salary of £61,766 — that's 3.1% above the national average of £59,930. In practical terms, living costs in the East run 2.7% below average. That means £61,766 stretches to roughly £63,480 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Bedford UA is £33,148. By comparison, electrical engineerss earn 86.3% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £61,766 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £63,480 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Electrical engineers salary in areas near Bedford UA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average electrical engineers salary in Bedford UA?
The median electrical engineers salary in the East (which includes Bedford UA) is £61,766 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does electrical engineers pay in Bedford UA compare to the UK average?
Electrical engineers in the East earn 3.1% above the national median of £59,930. This makes the East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is electrical engineers a well-paid job in Bedford UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bedford UA is £33,148. Electrical engineers in the East earn £61,766, which is 86.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for electrical engineerss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bedford UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.