Quality assurance technicians Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median quality assurance technicians salary in the UK is £33,242 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £35,518, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.87.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £27,324 in East to £35,890 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£33,242
Annual
UK Mean
£35,518
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.87
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £35,890 | £37,612 | £30,833 |
| Scotland | £35,186 | £34,491 | £38,121 |
| North West | £34,177 | £39,663 | £37,475 |
| Wales | £33,919 | £34,685 | £37,688 |
| West Midlands | £31,590 | £35,305 | £34,525 |
| South East | £31,347 | £35,267 | £30,375 |
| East | £27,324 | £30,056 | £28,082 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average quality assurance technicians salary in the UK?
The median quality assurance technicians salary in the UK is £33,242 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £35,518, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays quality assurance technicians the most?
London pays the highest quality assurance technicians salaries with a median of £35,890.
How does quality assurance technicians pay vary by region?
Quality assurance technicians salaries range from £27,324 in East to £35,890 in London.
Are quality assurance technicians salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for quality assurance technicians?
The median hourly rate for quality assurance technicians in the UK is £16.87 (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.