National government administrative occupations Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median national government administrative occupations salary in the UK is £31,363 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £33,290, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.71.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £27,724 in North East to £38,780 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£31,363
Annual
UK Mean
£33,290
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.71
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 | £38,780 | £39,080 | £33,316 |
| South East | £36,296 | £36,612 | £35,171 |
| South West | £32,547 | £32,096 | £33,868 |
| North West | £31,848 | £34,096 | £34,921 |
| West Midlands | £31,230 | £31,856 | £34,131 |
| East | £30,602 | £34,365 | £31,451 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £30,593 | £31,659 | £33,804 |
| Wales | £30,238 | £29,798 | £33,598 |
| East Midlands | £29,592 | £31,685 | £32,235 |
| Scotland | £29,381 | £33,216 | £31,832 |
| North East | £27,724 | £28,863 | £30,770 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average national government administrative occupations salary in the UK?
The median national government administrative occupations salary in the UK is £31,363 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £33,290, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays national government administrative occupations the most?
London pays the highest national government administrative occupations salaries with a median of £38,780.
How does national government administrative occupations pay vary by region?
National government administrative occupations salaries range from £27,724 in North East to £38,780 in London.
Are national government administrative occupations salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for national government administrative occupations?
The median hourly rate for national government administrative occupations in the UK is £16.71 (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.