Average Public relations and communications directors Salary in Kingston upon Thames
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How Kingston upon Thames compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median public relations and communications directors salary in the London reached £81,699, sitting 13.4% above the national median of £72,020. In practical terms, living costs in the London run 16.4% above average. That means £81,699 stretches to roughly £70,188 in real spending power. Compared to the Kingston upon Thames average across all roles (£36,898), public relations and communications directorss take home 121.4% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £81,699 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £70,188 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Public relations and communications directors salary in areas near Kingston upon Thames
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average public relations and communications directors salary in Kingston upon Thames?
The median public relations and communications directors salary in the London (which includes Kingston upon Thames) is £81,699 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does public relations and communications directors pay in Kingston upon Thames compare to the UK average?
Public relations and communications directors in the London earn 13.4% above the national median of £72,020. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is public relations and communications directors a well-paid job in Kingston upon Thames compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Kingston upon Thames is £36,898. Public relations and communications directors in the London earn £81,699, which is 121.4% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for public relations and communications directorss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to Kingston upon Thames. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.