Average Receptionists Salary in Cardiff / Caerdydd
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Cardiff / Caerdydd compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical receptionists in the Wales earned £19,337. Compared to the UK median of £18,152, that's 6.5% above. In practical terms, living costs in the Wales run 10.0% below average. That means £19,337 stretches to roughly £21,486 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in Cardiff / Caerdydd is £33,599. By comparison, receptionistss earn 42.4% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £19,337 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £21,486 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Cardiff / Caerdydd
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Cardiff / Caerdydd?
The median receptionists salary in the Wales (which includes Cardiff / Caerdydd) is £19,337 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 Cardiff / Caerdydd compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the Wales earn 6.5% above the national median of £18,152. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is receptionists a well-paid job in Cardiff / Caerdydd compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Cardiff / Caerdydd is £33,599. Receptionists in the Wales earn £19,337, which is 42.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Cardiff / Caerdydd. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.