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Average Electrical engineers Salary in Oldham

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 Oldham compares

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

vs Oldham all-jobs average +£33,792 (120.7% above)

In 2025, electrical engineerss working in the North West took home a median salary of £61,782 — that's 3.1% above the national average of £59,930. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £61,782 has an effective purchasing power closer to £67,743. Compared to the Oldham average across all roles (£27,990), electrical engineerss take home 120.7% 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 Oldham?

The median electrical engineers salary in the North West (which includes Oldham) 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 Oldham 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 Oldham compared to other roles?

The average salary across all jobs in Oldham is £27,990. Electrical engineers in the North West earn £61,782, which is 120.7% above the local average across all occupations.