Average Library clerks and assistants Salary in Cambridge
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Cambridge compares
In 2025, library clerks and assistantss working in the East took home a median salary of £17,953 — that's 3.8% below the national average of £18,659. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average, so a salary of £17,953 has an effective purchasing power closer to £18,451. The all-jobs average in Cambridge is £40,266. By comparison, library clerks and assistantss earn 55.4% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £17,953 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,451 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Library clerks and assistants salary in areas near Cambridge
Salary data is by ONS region. Cambridge is in the East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average library clerks and assistants salary in Cambridge?
The median library clerks and assistants salary in the East (which includes Cambridge) is £17,953 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does library clerks and assistants pay in Cambridge compare to the UK average?
Library clerks and assistants in the East earn 3.8% below the national median of £18,659. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is library clerks and assistants a well-paid job in Cambridge compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Cambridge is £40,266. Library clerks and assistants in the East earn £17,953, which is 55.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for library clerks and assistantss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Cambridge. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.