Average Receptionists Salary in Dudley
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Dudley compares
The median pay for receptionistss in the West Midlands stood at £17,703 in 2025, placing them 2.5% below the UK-wide figure of £18,152. In practical terms, living costs in the West Midlands run 8.5% below average. That means £17,703 stretches to roughly £19,348 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Dudley is £29,071, so receptionistss sit 39.1% less that benchmark.
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.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Dudley
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Dudley?
The median receptionists salary in the West Midlands (which includes Dudley) 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 Dudley 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 Dudley compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Dudley is £29,071. Receptionists in the West Midlands earn £17,703, which is 39.1% 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 Dudley. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.