Average Library clerks and assistants Salary in Luton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Luton UA compares
In practical terms, a library clerks and assistants in the East earned a median of £17,953 during 2025, which works out to 3.8% below the UK-wide median 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. Compared to the Luton UA average across all roles (£29,640), library clerks and assistantss take home 39.4% less.
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 Luton UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Luton UA 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 Luton UA?
The median library clerks and assistants salary in the East (which includes Luton UA) 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 Luton UA 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 Luton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Luton UA is £29,640. Library clerks and assistants in the East earn £17,953, which is 39.4% 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 Luton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.