Average Receptionists Salary in City of Edinburgh
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How City of Edinburgh compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical receptionists in the Scotland earned £19,095. Compared to the UK median of £18,152, that's 5.2% above. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £19,095 stretches to roughly £20,688 in real spending power. Compared to the City of Edinburgh average across all roles (£38,345), receptionistss take home 50.2% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £19,095 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £20,688 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Salary data is by ONS region. City of Edinburgh is in the Scotland region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in City of Edinburgh?
The median receptionists salary in the Scotland (which includes City of Edinburgh) is £19,095 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 City of Edinburgh compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the Scotland earn 5.2% above the national median of £18,152. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is receptionists a well-paid job in City of Edinburgh compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of Edinburgh is £38,345. Receptionists in the Scotland earn £19,095, which is 50.2% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of Edinburgh. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.