Average Receptionists Salary in County Durham UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How County Durham UA compares
The median pay for receptionistss in the North East stood at £16,803 in 2025, placing them 7.4% below the UK-wide figure of £18,152. In practical terms, living costs in the North East run 9.9% below average. That means £16,803 stretches to roughly £18,649 in real spending power. The all-jobs average in County Durham UA is £29,393. By comparison, receptionistss earn 42.8% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £16,803 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,649 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near County Durham UA
Salary data is by ONS region. County Durham UA is in the North East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in County Durham UA?
The median receptionists salary in the North East (which includes County Durham UA) is £16,803 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 County Durham UA compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the North East earn 7.4% 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 County Durham UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in County Durham UA is £29,393. Receptionists in the North East earn £16,803, which is 42.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to County Durham UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.