Average Cooks Salary in County Durham UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How County Durham UA compares
In 2025, cookss working in the North East took home a median salary of £20,553 — that's 14.9% above the national average of £17,885. Factor in the North East's cost of living (9.9% below the UK norm) and a £20,553 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £22,811. Compared to the County Durham UA average across all roles (£29,393), cookss take home 30.1% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £20,553 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £22,811 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Cooks salary in areas near County Durham UA
Salary data is by ONS region. County Durham UA is in the North East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average cooks salary in County Durham UA?
The median cooks salary in the North East (which includes County Durham UA) is £20,553 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does cooks pay in County Durham UA compare to the UK average?
Cooks in the North East earn 14.9% above the national median of £17,885. This makes the North East one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is cooks a well-paid job in County Durham UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in County Durham UA is £29,393. Cooks in the North East earn £20,553, which is 30.1% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for cookss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to County Durham UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.