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Electricians and electrical fitters Salary Guide UK — 2025

Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data

£34,719 £39,187 £42,431Lowest regionMedianHighest region

The median electricians and electrical fitters salary in the UK is £39,187 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £40,108, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £19.19.

Salaries vary significantly by region, from £34,719 in Wales to £42,431 in South East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.

UK Median

£39,187

Annual

UK Mean

£40,108

Annual

Hourly Rate

£19.19

Median

UK Jobs

97

Regional Salary Breakdown

The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).

Source: ONS ASHE 2025, Regional Price Parities
RegionMedianMeanCoL Adjusted
South East £42,431 £42,684 £41,115
Yorkshire and The Humber £41,620 £41,339 £45,989
North West £41,401 £43,092 £45,396
West Midlands £39,921 £39,875 £43,630
East Midlands £39,842 £43,729 £43,401
London £39,267 £42,750 £33,735
Scotland £37,928 £38,070 £41,092
East £37,539 £38,509 £38,581
South West £36,270 £34,355 £37,742
Wales £34,719 £36,177 £38,577

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average electricians and electrical fitters salary in the UK?

The median electricians and electrical fitters salary in the UK is £39,187 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £40,108, which is higher due to top earners.

Which region pays electricians and electrical fitters the most?

South East pays the highest electricians and electrical fitters salaries with a median of £42,431.

How does electricians and electrical fitters pay vary by region?

Electricians and electrical fitters salaries range from £34,719 in Wales to £42,431 in South East.

Are electricians and electrical fitters salaries rising?

Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.

What is the typical hourly rate for electricians and electrical fitters?

The median hourly rate for electricians and electrical fitters in the UK is £19.19 (ONS ASHE 2025).

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About this data

All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.