Average Food, drink and tobacco process operatives Salary in the UK
ONS ASHE 2025 data — by region
UK Median
£27,267
National average
UK Mean
£27,613
National average
Hourly Rate
£13.69
Median
Jobs
147
UK total
Food, drink and tobacco process operatives Salary by Region
| Region | Median | Mean | vs UK Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | £28,052 | £28,333 | +£785 (2.9% above) |
| East | £27,917 | £27,422 | +£650 (2.4% above) |
| Scotland | £27,681 | £28,985 | +£414 (1.5% above) |
| North East | £27,669 | £30,603 | +£402 (1.5% above) |
| East Midlands | £27,521 | £27,557 | +£254 (0.9% above) |
| London | £27,451 | £27,071 | +£184 (0.7% above) |
| South West | £26,734 | £27,395 | -£533 (2.0% below) |
| Wales | £26,598 | £28,800 | -£669 (2.5% below) |
| South East | £26,527 | £25,528 | -£740 (2.7% below) |
| North West | £25,920 | £25,569 | -£1,347 (4.9% below) |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £25,873 | £27,664 | -£1,394 (5.1% below) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average food, drink and tobacco process operatives salary in the UK?
The median food, drink and tobacco process operatives salary in the UK is £27,267 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is £27,613, which is higher due to top earners.
What is the typical hourly rate for food, drink and tobacco process operatives in the UK?
The median hourly rate for food, drink and tobacco process operatives in the UK is £13.69, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data.
Which part of the UK pays the most for food, drink and tobacco process operatives?
The West Midlands offers the highest median salary for food, drink and tobacco process operatives at £28,052 per year. London and the South East consistently rank among the highest-paying regions for most occupations.
How many food, drink and tobacco process operatives are there in the UK?
According to ONS ASHE 2025, there are approximately 147 food, drink and tobacco process operatives employed in the UK.
About this data
All figures are based on the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025 data published by the Office for National Statistics. Read our methodology.