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Average Electrical engineers Salary in Bolton

ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025

Median Annual — North West region

£61,782

+£1,852 (3.1% above) vs UK average

UK median: £59,930 · Hourly: £29.86

North West vs all UK regions

South West£54,986North West£61,782North West£61,782

Mean annual: £54,988 · Jobs in region: N/A

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How Bolton compares

vs UK average for electrical engineerss +£1,852 (3.1% above)

vs Bolton all-jobs average +£34,086 (123.1% above)

The median pay for electrical engineerss in the North West stood at £61,782 in 2025, placing them 3.1% above the UK-wide figure of £59,930. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £61,782 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £67,743. Compared to the Bolton average across all roles (£27,696), electrical engineerss take home 123.1% more.

Cost of Living Adjustment

After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £61,782 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £67,743 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average electrical engineers salary in Bolton?

The median electrical engineers salary in the North West (which includes Bolton) is £61,782 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 Bolton compare to the UK average?

Electrical engineers in the North West earn 3.1% above the national median of £59,930. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.

Is electrical engineers a well-paid job in Bolton compared to other roles?

The average salary across all jobs in Bolton is £27,696. Electrical engineers in the North West earn £61,782, which is 123.1% above the local average across all occupations.