Human resources administrative occupations Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median human resources administrative occupations salary in the UK is £25,531 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £25,032, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.45.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £23,817 in South East to £27,163 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£25,531
Annual
UK Mean
£25,032
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.45
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £27,163 | £29,872 | £23,336 |
| Scotland | £26,216 | £25,092 | £28,403 |
| West Midlands | £25,335 | £26,240 | £27,689 |
| North West | £24,754 | £26,163 | £27,143 |
| South West | £24,326 | £22,061 | £25,313 |
| East Midlands | £23,848 | £25,113 | £25,978 |
| South East | £23,817 | £22,905 | £23,078 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average human resources administrative occupations salary in the UK?
The median human resources administrative occupations salary in the UK is £25,531 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £25,032, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays human resources administrative occupations the most?
London pays the highest human resources administrative occupations salaries with a median of £27,163.
How does human resources administrative occupations pay vary by region?
Human resources administrative occupations salaries range from £23,817 in South East to £27,163 in London.
Are human resources administrative occupations salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for human resources administrative occupations?
The median hourly rate for human resources administrative occupations in the UK is £14.45 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.