Average Marine and waterways transport operatives Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
In 2025, marine and waterways transport operativess working in the South East took home a median salary of £39,685 — that's 0.7% above the national average of £39,405. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average, so a salary of £39,685 has an effective purchasing power closer to £38,454. The all-jobs average in Southampton UA is £33,878. By comparison, marine and waterways transport operativess earn 17.1% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £39,685 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £38,454 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Marine and waterways transport operatives salary in areas near Southampton UA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average marine and waterways transport operatives salary in Southampton UA?
The median marine and waterways transport operatives salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £39,685 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does marine and waterways transport operatives pay in Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Marine and waterways transport operatives in the South East earn 0.7% above the national median of £39,405. This makes the South East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is marine and waterways transport operatives a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Marine and waterways transport operatives in the South East earn £39,685, which is 17.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for marine and waterways transport operativess cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.