Furniture makers and other craft woodworkers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median furniture makers and other craft woodworkers salary in the UK is £30,328 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £33,342, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.92.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £23,524 in East Midlands to £34,985 in Yorkshire and The Humber. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£30,328
Annual
UK Mean
£33,342
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.92
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £34,985 | £32,579 | £38,657 |
| West Midlands | £24,331 | £25,777 | £26,591 |
| East Midlands | £23,524 | £22,104 | £25,625 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average furniture makers and other craft woodworkers salary in the UK?
The median furniture makers and other craft woodworkers salary in the UK is £30,328 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £33,342, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays furniture makers and other craft woodworkers the most?
Yorkshire and The Humber pays the highest furniture makers and other craft woodworkers salaries with a median of £34,985.
How does furniture makers and other craft woodworkers pay vary by region?
Furniture makers and other craft woodworkers salaries range from £23,524 in East Midlands to £34,985 in Yorkshire and The Humber.
Are furniture makers and other craft woodworkers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for furniture makers and other craft woodworkers?
The median hourly rate for furniture makers and other craft woodworkers in the UK is £14.92 (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.