Average Youth and community workers Salary in Glasgow City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Glasgow City compares
The median pay for youth and community workerss in the Scotland stood at £29,199 in 2025, placing them 5.4% above the UK-wide figure of £27,711. In practical terms, living costs in the Scotland run 7.7% below average. That means £29,199 stretches to roughly £31,635 in real spending power. Compared to the Glasgow City average across all roles (£34,932), youth and community workerss take home 16.4% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £29,199 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,635 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Youth and community workers salary in areas near Glasgow City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average youth and community workers salary in Glasgow City?
The median youth and community workers salary in the Scotland (which includes Glasgow City) is £29,199 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does youth and community workers pay in Glasgow City compare to the UK average?
Youth and community workers in the Scotland earn 5.4% above the national median of £27,711. This makes the Scotland one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is youth and community workers a well-paid job in Glasgow City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Glasgow City is £34,932. Youth and community workers in the Scotland earn £29,199, which is 16.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for youth and community workerss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Glasgow City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.