Average Painters and decorators Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
The median pay for painters and decoratorss in the Scotland stood at £30,239 in 2025, placing them 2.1% below the UK-wide figure of £30,889. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £30,239 stretches to roughly £32,762 in real spending power. Compared to the Glasgow City average across all roles (£34,932), painters and decoratorss take home 13.4% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £30,239 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £32,762 — 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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Painters and decorators salary in areas near Glasgow City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average painters and decorators salary in Glasgow City?
The median painters and decorators salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £30,239 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does painters and decorators pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Painters and decorators in the Scotland earn 2.1% below the national median of £30,889. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is painters and decorators a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Painters and decorators in the Scotland earn £30,239, which is 13.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for painters and decoratorss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.