Average Food, drink and tobacco process operatives Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
In 2025, food, drink and tobacco process operativess working in the Scotland took home a median salary of £27,681 — that's 1.5% above the national average of £27,267. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £27,681 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £29,990. Compared to the Glasgow City average across all roles (£34,932), food, drink and tobacco process operativess take home 20.8% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £27,681 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £29,990 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Food, drink and tobacco process operatives salary in areas near Glasgow City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average food, drink and tobacco process operatives salary in Glasgow City?
The median food, drink and tobacco process operatives salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £27,681 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does food, drink and tobacco process operatives pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Food, drink and tobacco process operatives in the Scotland earn 1.5% above the national median of £27,267. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is food, drink and tobacco process operatives a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Food, drink and tobacco process operatives in the Scotland earn £27,681, which is 20.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for food, drink and tobacco process operativess cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.