Average Mechanical engineers Salary in Birmingham
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Birmingham compares
Based on 2025 data, mechanical engineerss in the West Midlands earned £44,874 at the median — 11.3% below the national benchmark of £50,594. Factor in the West Midlands's cost of living (8.5% below the UK norm) and a £44,874 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £49,043. Compared to the Birmingham average across all roles (£33,374), mechanical engineerss take home 34.5% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £44,874 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £49,043 — 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 mechanical engineers salary in Birmingham?
The median mechanical engineers salary in the West Midlands (which includes Birmingham) is £44,874 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does mechanical engineers pay in Birmingham compare to the UK average?
Mechanical engineers in the West Midlands earn 11.3% below the national median of £50,594. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is mechanical engineers a well-paid job in Birmingham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Birmingham is £33,374. Mechanical engineers in the West Midlands earn £44,874, which is 34.5% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for mechanical engineerss cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Birmingham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.