Quality assurance technicians Salary — UK & US Data (2025)
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UK Salary Overview
The median salary for a quality assurance technicians in the UK is £33,242 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings data for 2025 (provisional). There are approximately 39,000 jobs in this occupation across the UK. If you're heading into a pay review or a new offer, a good salary negotiation guide can help you land nearer the top of these ranges.
UK Salary Percentiles
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| Percentile | Annual (gross) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | £20,988 | Entry level / lowest decile |
| 25th | £27,991 | Early career |
| 50th (median) | £33,242 | Typical pay |
| 75th | £42,155 | Experienced |
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Check Price →UK Regional Breakdown
| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| London | £35,890 | +8.0% |
| Scotland | £35,186 | +5.8% |
| North West | £34,177 | +2.8% |
| Wales | £33,919 | +2.0% |
| West Midlands | £31,590 | -5.0% |
| South East | £31,347 | -5.7% |
| East | £27,324 | -17.8% |
Regions without published data for this occupation are omitted (ONS suppresses small samples).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a quality assurance technicians in the UK?
The UK median is £33,242 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £35,518.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-07-18