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Average Architects Salary in Manchester

ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025

Median Annual — North West region

£42,283

-£3,342 (7.3% below) vs UK average

UK median: £45,625 · Hourly: £23.42

North West vs all UK regions

North East£37,951North West£42,283London£47,936

Mean annual: £42,942 · Jobs in region: N/A

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How Manchester compares

vs UK average for architectss -£3,342 (7.3% below)

vs Manchester all-jobs average +£5,729 (15.7% above)

The numbers for 2025 show that a typical architects in the North West earned £42,283. Compared to the UK median of £45,625, that's 7.3% below. Factor in the North West's cost of living (8.8% below the UK norm) and a £42,283 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £46,363. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so architectss sit 15.7% more that benchmark.

Cost of Living Adjustment

After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £42,283 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £46,363 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average architects salary in Manchester?

The median architects salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £42,283 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.

How does architects pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?

Architects in the North West earn 7.3% below the national median of £45,625. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.

Is architects a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?

The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Architects in the North West earn £42,283, which is 15.7% above the local average across all occupations.