Youth and community workers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median youth and community workers salary in the UK is £27,711 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £26,894, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.43.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £24,657 in South West to £30,564 in Wales. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£27,711
Annual
UK Mean
£26,894
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.43
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | £30,564 | £30,260 | £33,960 |
| London | £30,484 | £29,489 | £26,189 |
| Scotland | £29,199 | £29,042 | £31,635 |
| East Midlands | £29,092 | £28,499 | £31,691 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £27,950 | £23,890 | £30,884 |
| North East | £27,160 | £24,831 | £30,144 |
| West Midlands | £26,768 | £25,973 | £29,255 |
| North West | £26,358 | £26,130 | £28,901 |
| South East | £26,131 | £27,510 | £25,321 |
| East | £24,699 | £24,274 | £25,384 |
| South West | £24,657 | £26,117 | £25,658 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average youth and community workers salary in the UK?
The median youth and community workers salary in the UK is £27,711 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £26,894, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays youth and community workers the most?
Wales pays the highest youth and community workers salaries with a median of £30,564.
How does youth and community workers pay vary by region?
Youth and community workers salaries range from £24,657 in South West to £30,564 in Wales.
Are youth and community workers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for youth and community workers?
The median hourly rate for youth and community workers in the UK is £16.43 (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.