Plumber Salary in Yorkshire and The Humber
Yorkshire and The Humber combines a lower cost of living with a diverse economy spanning financial services (Leeds), digital industries (Sheffield and Leeds), manufacturing and agriculture. Leeds is the region's salary leader and the UK's largest financial centre outside London.
Housing costs are well below the national average. Leeds city centre salaries in finance and legal can approach South East levels while living costs remain significantly lower.
Salary Trajectory
| Stage | Years Exp | P25 | Median | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice Plumber | 0+ | £12,350 | £15,200 | £19,000 | £20,900 |
| Qualified Plumber | 4+ | £25,650 | £30,400 | £35,150 | £39,900 |
| Experienced Plumber | 8+ | £28,500 | £34,770 | £42,940 | £47,500 |
| Supervisor / Contracts Manager | 12+ | £35,150 | £40,850 | £47,500 | £52,250 |
| Plumbing Contractor / Business Owner | 16+ | £42,750 | £49,400 | £58,900 | £71,250 |
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How Yorkshire and The Humber Compares
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Based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) via NOMIS. Regional salary adjustments derived from ONS regional pay differentials. Career progression timelines based on industry research. All figures are gross annual pay estimates for full-time workers.