Local government administrative occupations Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median local government administrative occupations salary in the UK is £27,642 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £26,982, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £15.75.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £24,092 in South West to £28,823 in Yorkshire and The Humber. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£27,642
Annual
UK Mean
£26,982
Annual
Hourly Rate
£15.75
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 | £28,823 | £28,321 | £31,849 |
| West Midlands | £28,538 | £29,495 | £31,189 |
| South East | £28,529 | £27,527 | £27,644 |
| North West | £25,646 | £25,902 | £28,121 |
| South West | £24,092 | £23,241 | £25,070 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average local government administrative occupations salary in the UK?
The median local government administrative occupations salary in the UK is £27,642 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £26,982, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays local government administrative occupations the most?
Yorkshire and The Humber pays the highest local government administrative occupations salaries with a median of £28,823.
How does local government administrative occupations pay vary by region?
Local government administrative occupations salaries range from £24,092 in South West to £28,823 in Yorkshire and The Humber.
Are local government administrative occupations salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for local government administrative occupations?
The median hourly rate for local government administrative occupations in the UK is £15.75 (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.