Library clerks and assistants Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median library clerks and assistants salary in the UK is £18,659 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £19,318, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.69.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £17,953 in East to £25,831 in Yorkshire and The Humber. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£18,659
Annual
UK Mean
£19,318
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.69
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £25,831 | £22,954 | £28,543 |
| North West | £23,954 | £23,880 | £26,265 |
| East | £17,953 | £18,567 | £18,451 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average library clerks and assistants salary in the UK?
The median library clerks and assistants salary in the UK is £18,659 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £19,318, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays library clerks and assistants the most?
Yorkshire and The Humber pays the highest library clerks and assistants salaries with a median of £25,831.
How does library clerks and assistants pay vary by region?
Library clerks and assistants salaries range from £17,953 in East to £25,831 in Yorkshire and The Humber.
Are library clerks and assistants salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for library clerks and assistants?
The median hourly rate for library clerks and assistants in the UK is £14.69 (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.