Environment professionals Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median environment professionals salary in the UK is £41,555 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £45,221, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £22.46.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £32,677 in East Midlands to £47,737 in South East. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£41,555
Annual
UK Mean
£45,221
Annual
Hourly Rate
£22.46
Median
UK Jobs
41
Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East | £47,737 | £49,525 | £46,257 |
| Scotland | £45,337 | £48,102 | £49,119 |
| London | £43,703 | £45,384 | £37,546 |
| West Midlands | £41,746 | £44,580 | £45,624 |
| East | £37,807 | £41,415 | £38,856 |
| South West | £33,471 | £35,332 | £34,829 |
| East Midlands | £32,677 | £37,564 | £35,596 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average environment professionals salary in the UK?
The median environment professionals salary in the UK is £41,555 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £45,221, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays environment professionals the most?
South East pays the highest environment professionals salaries with a median of £47,737.
How does environment professionals pay vary by region?
Environment professionals salaries range from £32,677 in East Midlands to £47,737 in South East.
Are environment professionals salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for environment professionals?
The median hourly rate for environment professionals in the UK is £22.46 (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.