Average Refuse and salvage occupations Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
In practical terms, a refuse and salvage occupations in the Scotland earned a median of £29,095 during 2025, which works out to 5.5% above the UK-wide median of £27,576. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £29,095 stretches to roughly £31,522 in real spending power. Compared to the Glasgow City average across all roles (£34,932), refuse and salvage occupationss take home 16.7% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £29,095 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,522 — 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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Refuse and salvage occupations salary in areas near Glasgow City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average refuse and salvage occupations salary in Glasgow City?
The median refuse and salvage occupations salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £29,095 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does refuse and salvage occupations pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Refuse and salvage occupations in the Scotland earn 5.5% above the national median of £27,576. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is refuse and salvage occupations a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Refuse and salvage occupations in the Scotland earn £29,095, which is 16.7% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for refuse and salvage occupationss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.