Average Steel erectors Salary in Birmingham
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Birmingham compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, steel erectorss in the West Midlands were paid a median of £26,381. The national equivalent stands at £34,782, putting this region 24.2% below. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average, so a salary of £26,381 has an effective purchasing power closer to £28,832. Compared to the Birmingham average across all roles (£33,374), steel erectorss take home 21.0% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £26,381 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £28,832 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average.
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Steel erectors salary in areas near Birmingham
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average steel erectors salary in Birmingham?
The median steel erectors salary in the West Midlands (which includes Birmingham) is £26,381 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does steel erectors pay in Birmingham compare to the UK average?
Steel erectors in the West Midlands earn 24.2% below the national median of £34,782. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is steel erectors a well-paid job in Birmingham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Birmingham is £33,374. Steel erectors in the West Midlands earn £26,381, which is 21.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for steel erectorss cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Birmingham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.