Average Train and tram drivers Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
In practical terms, a train and tram drivers in the London earned a median of £77,889 during 2025, which works out to 2.2% above the UK-wide median of £76,176. In practical terms, living costs in the London run 16.4% above average. That means £77,889 stretches to roughly £66,915 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in City of London is £67,064, so train and tram driverss sit 16.1% more that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £77,889 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £66,915 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in City of London?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £77,889 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does train and tram drivers pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Train and tram drivers in the London earn 2.2% above the national median of £76,176. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is train and tram drivers a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Train and tram drivers in the London earn £77,889, which is 16.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for train and tram driverss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.