Paper and wood machine operatives Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median paper and wood machine operatives salary in the UK is £29,640 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £29,847, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £15.27.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £25,929 in South East to £32,794 in Scotland. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£29,640
Annual
UK Mean
£29,847
Annual
Hourly Rate
£15.27
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £32,794 | £33,966 | £35,530 |
| South West | £31,862 | £33,120 | £33,155 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £29,810 | £30,512 | £32,939 |
| East | £28,633 | £28,259 | £29,428 |
| North West | £27,762 | £30,535 | £30,441 |
| London | £27,546 | £29,002 | £23,665 |
| East Midlands | £27,498 | £31,061 | £29,954 |
| South East | £25,929 | £26,136 | £25,125 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average paper and wood machine operatives salary in the UK?
The median paper and wood machine operatives salary in the UK is £29,640 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £29,847, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays paper and wood machine operatives the most?
Scotland pays the highest paper and wood machine operatives salaries with a median of £32,794.
How does paper and wood machine operatives pay vary by region?
Paper and wood machine operatives salaries range from £25,929 in South East to £32,794 in Scotland.
Are paper and wood machine operatives salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for paper and wood machine operatives?
The median hourly rate for paper and wood machine operatives in the UK is £15.27 (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.