Average Paramedics Salary in North Lanarkshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How North Lanarkshire compares
In practical terms, a paramedics in the Scotland earned a median of £59,371 during 2025, which works out to 18.0% above the UK-wide median of £50,294. This is particularly notable in a role facing significant demand due to ambulance service pressures. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average, so a salary of £59,371 has an effective purchasing power closer to £64,324. Compared to the North Lanarkshire average across all roles (£32,362), paramedicss take home 83.5% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £59,371 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £64,324 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average paramedics salary in North Lanarkshire?
The median paramedics salary in the Scotland (which includes North Lanarkshire) is £59,371 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does paramedics pay in North Lanarkshire compare to the UK average?
Paramedics in the Scotland earn 18.0% above the national median of £50,294. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is paramedics a well-paid job in North Lanarkshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in North Lanarkshire is £32,362. Paramedics in the Scotland earn £59,371, which is 83.5% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for paramedicss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to North Lanarkshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.