Average Engineering technicians Salary in Torbay UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Torbay UA compares
A engineering technicians working in the South West could expect a median salary of £48,621 in 2025 — 9.7% above the national figure of £44,330. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £48,621 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £50,594. Compared to the Torbay UA average across all roles (£28,066), engineering technicianss take home 73.2% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £48,621 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £50,594 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Engineering technicians salary in areas near Torbay UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Torbay UA is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average engineering technicians salary in Torbay UA?
The median engineering technicians salary in the South West (which includes Torbay UA) is £48,621 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does engineering technicians pay in Torbay UA compare to the UK average?
Engineering technicians in the South West earn 9.7% above the national median of £44,330. This makes the South West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is engineering technicians a well-paid job in Torbay UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Torbay UA is £28,066. Engineering technicians in the South West earn £48,621, which is 73.2% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for engineering technicianss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Torbay UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.