Average Receptionists Salary in South Staffordshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How South Staffordshire compares
The going rate for receptionistss in the West Midlands? £17,703 at the median in 2025. That compares to £18,152 nationally — a gap of 2.5% below. 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. Compared to the South Staffordshire average across all roles (£28,259), receptionistss take home 37.4% less.
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 South Staffordshire
Salary data is by ONS region. South Staffordshire is in the West 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 South Staffordshire?
The median receptionists salary in the West Midlands (which includes South Staffordshire) 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 South Staffordshire 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 South Staffordshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in South Staffordshire is £28,259. Receptionists in the West Midlands earn £17,703, which is 37.4% 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 South Staffordshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.