Average Paramedics Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
In 2025, paramedicss working in the South East took home a median salary of £46,309 — that's 7.9% below the national average of £50,294. In practical terms, living costs in the South East run 3.2% above average. That means £46,309 stretches to roughly £44,873 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878, so paramedicss sit 36.7% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £46,309 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £44,873 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Paramedics salary in areas near Southampton UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Southampton UA is in the South East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average paramedics salary in Southampton UA?
The median paramedics salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £46,309 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 Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Paramedics in the South East earn 7.9% below the national median of £50,294. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is paramedics a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Paramedics in the South East earn £46,309, which is 36.7% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for paramedicss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.