Engineering technicians Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median engineering technicians salary in the UK is £44,330 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £46,696, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £22.05.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £36,453 in West Midlands to £53,822 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£44,330
Annual
UK Mean
£46,696
Annual
Hourly Rate
£22.05
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £53,822 | £57,895 | £46,239 |
| South West | £48,621 | £49,597 | £50,594 |
| East | £44,402 | £48,151 | £45,634 |
| North West | £43,858 | £45,039 | £48,090 |
| Scotland | £42,579 | £46,382 | £46,131 |
| North East | £42,234 | £43,796 | £46,875 |
| Wales | £40,824 | £49,318 | £45,360 |
| East Midlands | £40,198 | £42,474 | £43,789 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £39,716 | £40,989 | £43,885 |
| South East | £37,906 | £42,983 | £36,731 |
| West Midlands | £36,453 | £40,287 | £39,839 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average engineering technicians salary in the UK?
The median engineering technicians salary in the UK is £44,330 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £46,696, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays engineering technicians the most?
London pays the highest engineering technicians salaries with a median of £53,822.
How does engineering technicians pay vary by region?
Engineering technicians salaries range from £36,453 in West Midlands to £53,822 in London.
Are engineering technicians salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for engineering technicians?
The median hourly rate for engineering technicians in the UK is £22.05 (ONS ASHE 2025).
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.