Average Bank and post office clerks Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
Looking at 2025 salary data, bank and post office clerkss in the North West were paid a median of £29,743. The national equivalent stands at £27,671, putting this region 7.5% above. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £29,743 stretches to roughly £32,613 in real spending power. Compared to the Manchester average across all roles (£36,554), bank and post office clerkss take home 18.6% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £29,743 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £32,613 — 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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Salary data is by ONS region. Manchester is in the North West region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average bank and post office clerks salary in Manchester?
The median bank and post office clerks salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £29,743 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does bank and post office clerks pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Bank and post office clerks in the North West earn 7.5% above the national median of £27,671. This makes the North West one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is bank and post office clerks a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Bank and post office clerks in the North West earn £29,743, which is 18.6% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for bank and post office clerkss cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.