Average Receptionists Salary in Rochdale
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Rochdale compares
Worth noting that receptionistss in the North West earned £18,092 at the median in 2025. Across the UK as a whole, the figure was £18,152 — a difference of 0.3%. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average, so a salary of £18,092 has an effective purchasing power closer to £19,838. Compared to the Rochdale average across all roles (£29,036), receptionistss take home 37.7% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £18,092 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,838 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Receptionists salary in areas near Rochdale
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Rochdale?
The median receptionists salary in the North West (which includes Rochdale) is £18,092 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 Rochdale compare to the UK average?
Receptionists in the North West earn 0.3% 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 Rochdale compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Rochdale is £29,036. Receptionists in the North West earn £18,092, which is 37.7% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for receptionistss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Rochdale. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.