Average Medical and dental technicians Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Newcastle upon Tyne compares
Based on 2025 data, medical and dental technicianss in the North East earned £32,774 at the median — 12.6% above the national benchmark of £29,119. Factor in the North East's cost of living (9.9% below the UK norm) and a £32,774 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £36,375. Compared to the Newcastle upon Tyne average across all roles (£31,786), medical and dental technicianss take home 3.1% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £32,774 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £36,375 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Medical and dental technicians salary in areas near Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary data is by ONS region. Newcastle upon Tyne is in the North East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average medical and dental technicians salary in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The median medical and dental technicians salary in the North East (which includes Newcastle upon Tyne) is £32,774 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does medical and dental technicians pay in Newcastle upon Tyne compare to the UK average?
Medical and dental technicians in the North East earn 12.6% above the national median of £29,119. This makes the North East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is medical and dental technicians a well-paid job in Newcastle upon Tyne compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. Medical and dental technicians in the North East earn £32,774, which is 3.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for medical and dental technicianss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Newcastle upon Tyne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.