Refuse and salvage occupations Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median refuse and salvage occupations salary in the UK is £27,576 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £27,939, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £13.69.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £24,457 in East Midlands to £29,173 in Wales. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£27,576
Annual
UK Mean
£27,939
Annual
Hourly Rate
£13.69
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | £29,173 | £30,541 | £32,414 |
| Scotland | £29,095 | £29,430 | £31,522 |
| West Midlands | £28,624 | £30,795 | £31,283 |
| North West | £26,929 | £28,825 | £29,527 |
| North East | £26,624 | £26,797 | £29,549 |
| South West | £26,375 | £27,186 | £27,445 |
| South East | £26,366 | £26,548 | £25,548 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £26,021 | £25,461 | £28,752 |
| East | £25,121 | £25,617 | £25,818 |
| East Midlands | £24,457 | £25,367 | £26,642 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average refuse and salvage occupations salary in the UK?
The median refuse and salvage occupations salary in the UK is £27,576 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £27,939, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays refuse and salvage occupations the most?
Wales pays the highest refuse and salvage occupations salaries with a median of £29,173.
How does refuse and salvage occupations pay vary by region?
Refuse and salvage occupations salaries range from £24,457 in East Midlands to £29,173 in Wales.
Are refuse and salvage occupations salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for refuse and salvage occupations?
The median hourly rate for refuse and salvage occupations in the UK is £13.69 (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.