Average Steel erectors Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
In 2025, steel erectorss working in the South East took home a median salary of £44,819 — that's 28.9% above the national average of £34,782. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average, so a salary of £44,819 has an effective purchasing power closer to £43,429. Compared to the Southampton UA average across all roles (£33,878), steel erectorss take home 32.3% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £44,819 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £43,429 — 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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Steel erectors 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 steel erectors salary in Southampton UA?
The median steel erectors salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £44,819 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 Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Steel erectors in the South East earn 28.9% above the national median of £34,782. This makes the South East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is steel erectors a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Steel erectors in the South East earn £44,819, which is 32.3% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for steel erectorss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.