Average Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers Salary in Birmingham
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Birmingham compares
In practical terms, a launderers, dry cleaners and pressers in the West Midlands earned a median of £20,351 during 2025, which works out to 0.6% below the UK-wide median of £20,464. Factor in the West Midlands's cost of living (8.5% below the UK norm) and a £20,351 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £22,242. Compared to the Birmingham average across all roles (£33,374), launderers, dry cleaners and presserss take home 39.0% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £20,351 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £22,242 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average launderers, dry cleaners and pressers salary in Birmingham?
The median launderers, dry cleaners and pressers salary in the West Midlands (which includes Birmingham) is £20,351 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does launderers, dry cleaners and pressers pay in Birmingham compare to the UK average?
Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers in the West Midlands earn 0.6% below the national median of £20,464. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is launderers, dry cleaners and pressers a well-paid job in Birmingham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Birmingham is £33,374. Launderers, dry cleaners and pressers in the West Midlands earn £20,351, which is 39.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for launderers, dry cleaners and presserss cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Birmingham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.