Average Receptionists Salary in Exeter
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Exeter compares
If you're a receptionists in the South West, the typical salary in 2025 was £17,482. That's 3.7% below what receptionistss earn nationally (£18,152). Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £17,482 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £18,191. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Exeter is £30,138, so receptionistss sit 42.0% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £17,482 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,191 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Exeter
Salary data is by ONS region. Exeter is in the South West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Exeter?
The median receptionists salary in the South West (which includes Exeter) is £17,482 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 Exeter compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the South West earn 3.7% 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 Exeter compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Exeter is £30,138. Receptionists in the South West earn £17,482, which is 42.0% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Exeter. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.