Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians Salary — UK & US Data (2025)
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UK Salary Overview
The median salary for a vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians in the UK is £36,560 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings data for 2025 (provisional). Pay in this occupation ranges from around £21,999 at the 10th percentile (typically entry-level or part-time roles) to £52,385 at the 90th percentile (senior or specialist roles). There are approximately 98,000 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 | £21,999 | Entry level / lowest decile |
| 25th | £28,667 | Early career |
| 50th (median) | £36,560 | Typical pay |
| 75th | £44,299 | Experienced |
| 90th | £52,385 | Senior / highest decile |
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Check Price →UK Regional Breakdown
| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| London | £44,474 | +21.6% |
| South East | £37,904 | +3.7% |
| East | £37,763 | +3.3% |
| West Midlands | £37,560 | +2.7% |
| South West | £36,670 | +0.3% |
| North West | £35,942 | -1.7% |
| Scotland | £35,891 | -1.8% |
| North East | £34,414 | -5.9% |
| East Midlands | £33,804 | -7.5% |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £33,788 | -7.6% |
| Wales | £31,801 | -13.0% |
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 vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians in the UK?
The UK median is £36,560 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £37,039.
How much do the highest-paid vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians earn?
The 90th percentile earns around £52,385 a year, while the 10th percentile is around £21,999 — typically the difference between senior specialist roles and entry-level or part-time positions.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-07-18