Average Receptionists Salary in Wolverhampton
ONS ASHE 2025 · West Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Wolverhampton compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median receptionists salary in the West Midlands reached £17,703, sitting 2.5% below the national median of £18,152. Factor in the West Midlands's cost of living (8.5% below the UK norm) and a £17,703 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £19,348. Compared to the Wolverhampton average across all roles (£32,053), receptionistss take home 44.8% 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 Wolverhampton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average receptionists salary in Wolverhampton?
The median receptionists salary in the West Midlands (which includes Wolverhampton) 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Wolverhampton is £32,053. Receptionists in the West Midlands earn £17,703, which is 44.8% 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 Wolverhampton. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.