Travel agents Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median travel agents salary in the UK is £26,426 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £28,569, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.38.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £21,205 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £35,068 in East Midlands. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£26,426
Annual
UK Mean
£28,569
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.38
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | £35,068 | £32,010 | £38,200 |
| East | £28,453 | £29,774 | £29,243 |
| South West | £26,271 | £28,454 | £27,337 |
| Scotland | £26,261 | £29,962 | £28,452 |
| South East | £26,213 | £26,137 | £25,400 |
| North West | £24,879 | £25,567 | £27,280 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £21,205 | £22,986 | £23,431 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average travel agents salary in the UK?
The median travel agents salary in the UK is £26,426 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £28,569, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays travel agents the most?
East Midlands pays the highest travel agents salaries with a median of £35,068.
How does travel agents pay vary by region?
Travel agents salaries range from £21,205 in Yorkshire and The Humber to £35,068 in East Midlands.
Are travel agents salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for travel agents?
The median hourly rate for travel agents in the UK is £14.38 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.