Average Train and tram drivers Salary in Scottish Borders
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Scottish Borders compares
In 2025, train and tram driverss working in the Scotland took home a median salary of £70,367 — that's 7.6% below the national average of £76,176. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £70,367 stretches to roughly £76,237 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Scottish Borders is £28,275, so train and tram driverss sit 148.9% more that benchmark.
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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Train and tram drivers salary in areas near Scottish Borders
Salary data is by ONS region. Scottish Borders is in the Scotland region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average train and tram drivers salary in Scottish Borders?
The median train and tram drivers salary in the Scotland (which includes Scottish Borders) 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 Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Scottish Borders is £28,275. Train and tram drivers in the Scotland earn £70,367, which is 148.9% 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 Scottish Borders. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.