Average Receptionists Salary in Birmingham
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Birmingham compares
Worth noting that receptionistss in the West Midlands earned £17,703 at the median in 2025. Across the UK as a whole, the figure was £18,152 — a difference of 2.5%. Factor in the West Midlands's cost of living (8.5% below the UK norm) and a £17,703 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £19,348. Compared to the Birmingham average across all roles (£33,374), receptionistss take home 47.0% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (West Midlands index: 91.5, UK=100), a salary of £17,703 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,348 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the West Midlands is 8.5% below the UK average.
Receptionists salary across UK regions
Receptionists salary in areas near Birmingham
Salary data is by ONS region. Birmingham is in the West Midlands region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
Receptionists Salary Guide
The full salary guide includes regional breakdowns, cost-of-living adjustments, year-on-year trends, and in-depth FAQs.
Read the full Receptionists salary guide →Find Receptionists jobs in Birmingham
Explore roles paying around £17,703/year
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Birmingham?
The median receptionists salary in the West Midlands (which includes Birmingham) is £17,703 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does receptionists pay in Birmingham compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the West Midlands earn 2.5% below the national median of £18,152. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is receptionists a well-paid job in Birmingham compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Birmingham is £33,374. Receptionists in the West Midlands earn £17,703, which is 47.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the West Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Birmingham. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.