Average Youth and community workers Salary in Southampton UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South East region · Updated October 2025
How Southampton UA compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median youth and community workers salary in the South East reached £26,131, sitting 5.7% below the national median of £27,711. In practical terms, living costs in the South East run 3.2% above average. That means £26,131 stretches to roughly £25,321 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878, so youth and community workerss sit 22.9% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South East index: 103.2, UK=100), a salary of £26,131 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £25,321 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South East is 3.2% above the UK average.
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Youth and community workers salary in areas near Southampton UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Southampton UA is in the South East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average youth and community workers salary in Southampton UA?
The median youth and community workers salary in the South East (which includes Southampton UA) is £26,131 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 Southampton UA compare to the UK average?
Youth and community workers in the South East earn 5.7% below the national median of £27,711. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is youth and community workers a well-paid job in Southampton UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Southampton UA is £33,878. Youth and community workers in the South East earn £26,131, which is 22.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for youth and community workerss cover the South East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Southampton UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.