Average Receptionists Salary in Derby UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Derby UA compares
If you're a receptionists in the East Midlands, the typical salary in 2025 was £17,377. That's 4.3% below what receptionistss earn nationally (£18,152). The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average, so a salary of £17,377 has an effective purchasing power closer to £18,929. Compared to the Derby UA average across all roles (£35,179), receptionistss take home 50.6% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £17,377 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,929 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Derby UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Derby UA is in the East Midlands region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Derby UA?
The median receptionists salary in the East Midlands (which includes Derby UA) is £17,377 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 Derby UA compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the East Midlands earn 4.3% 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 Derby UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Derby UA is £35,179. Receptionists in the East Midlands earn £17,377, which is 50.6% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Derby UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.