Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Midlothian
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Midlothian compares
Based on 2025 data, train and tram driverss in the Scotland earned £70,367 at the median — 7.6% below the national benchmark of £76,176. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £70,367 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £76,237. Compared to the Midlothian average across all roles (£33,446), train and tram driverss take home 110.4% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £70,367 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £76,237 — 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Midlothian?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the Scotland (which includes Midlothian) is £70,367 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 Midlothian compare to the UK average?
Train and tram drivers in the Scotland earn 7.6% below the national median of £76,176. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is train and tram drivers a well-paid job in Midlothian compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Midlothian is £33,446. Train and tram drivers in the Scotland earn £70,367, which is 110.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for train and tram driverss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Midlothian. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.